2019 Proterra ZX5 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2019 Proterra ZX5 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

3Recalls
0Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
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2019 Proterra ZX5 recalls

Transit buses may lose steering and drive power

Recall 23V697Oct 17, 2023238 vehicles affected

Certain 2019-2022 Proterra Catalyst and ZX5 transit buses equipped with ProDrive 1.0 have an electrical defect: a transistor inside the inverter may overheat and fail.

Parking Brake Can Engage While Driving, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 22V855Nov 18, 2022386 vehicles affected

Back pressure in the shared air exhaust for the ride height system and parking brake control valve can cause the parking brake to engage while the bus is moving.

Loose Steering Gearbox Can Cause Loss of Steering Control

Recall 22V114Feb 28, 2022724 vehicles affected

The steering gearbox bolts may loosen because the adhesive bonding the torque limiter plate to the bus body may be insufficient.

2019 Proterra ZX5 questions

Does the 2019 Proterra ZX5 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2019 Proterra ZX5: Transit buses may lose steering and drive power; Parking Brake Can Engage While Driving, Raising Crash Risk; Loose Steering Gearbox Can Cause Loss of Steering Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

How do I check if a recall on my 2019 Proterra ZX5 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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