Structure: bodyRecall 21V-040 · 2020–2021 Proterra ZX5
Proterra, Inc. recall 21V-040 covers 21 2020–2021 Proterra ZX5 for a structure: body problem, reported to NHTSA on February 1, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q2) shows 95% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V040000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Proterra, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2020-2021 40' ZX5 vehicles. These vehicles have a front fender flare which may cause mud, dirt, debris, rain and snow to splash onto the driver's side window and mirror.
The risk
Driver visibility may become impeded, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will install a retrofit fender flare, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2021. Owners may contact Proterra customer service 1-864-438-0000. Proterra's number for this recall is SC-21-13.
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
95%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.