Propulsion system: fuses, relays, contacts, and shuntsRecall 25V-262 · 2020 Motiv F-59 BEV Chassis School Bus
Motiv Power Systems recall 25V-262 covers 3 2020 Motiv F-59 BEV Chassis School Bus for a propulsion system: fuses, relays, contacts, and shunts problem, reported to NHTSA on April 21, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q3) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V262000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2020 F-59 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. A support bracket may fatigue and break, allowing the main power disconnect to contact other structures and short.
The risk
An electrical short can shut down the high voltage system, resulting in a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Motiv field support technicians will replace the bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2025. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.
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.