CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
- Problem
- Proterra Inc., (Proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 transit buses. The affected vehicles lack a Graham White air brake supply reservoir, possibly resulting in long term moisture build up in the air brake system. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
- Risk
- Built-up of moisture in the air brake system may lead to brake failure, increasing the risk of crash.
- Remedy
- Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will install a supply reservoir with a drain between the air dryer and the air supply manifold, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 28, 2019. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some transit buses are missing an air brake supply reservoir, which allows moisture to build up over time in the air brake system. This can lead to brake failure and raises the risk of a crash. The vehicles also do not meet federal air brake safety standard FMVSS 121.
The manufacturer will notify owners, and authorized dealers will install a supply reservoir with a drain between the air dryer and the air supply manifold. The repair is free. The recall was expected to begin March 28, 2019. Owners can contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000, and should check their vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Proterra Catalyst | 201620172018 |
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