repaired · 2024 Q4
Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Risk. A loose steering gearbox can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2016 Proterra CatalystProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2016 Proterra Catalyst. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-034 the manufacturer reports only 81% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 28, 2022. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2016 Proterra Catalyst has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
6 recalls
2016 Proterra Catalyst recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2020 Q2
Service brakes
Risk. A build up of air pressure can cause the brakes to drag and possibly overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
repaired · 2021 Q3
Suspension: front
Risk. An overloaded front tire may fail unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash.
repaired · 2021 Q3
Supply: reservoir/tank
Risk. Built-up of moisture in the air brake system may lead to brake failure, increasing the risk of crash.
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repaired · 2024 Q2
Other: labels
Risk. If the tire pressure is understated, an underinflated tire may result in an increased risk of tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2021 Q3
Disc: caliper
Risk. Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Proterra.
Best & worst years
2016 vs. every other Catalyst year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Catalyst median. How we score
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- Caution
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Own a 2016 Catalyst?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.