Supply: reservoir/tankRecall 19V-061 · 2016–2018 Proterra Catalyst
Proterra Inc. recall 19V-061 covers 55 2016–2018 Proterra Catalyst for a supply: reservoir/tank problem, reported to NHTSA on January 29, 2019. The manufacturer's latest report (2021 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 19V061000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The 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."
The risk
Built-up of moisture in the air brake system may lead to brake failure, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
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.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 1, 2015 to December 31, 2018. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.