2022 Proterra Catalyst Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2022 Proterra Catalyst problems

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Electrical systemReported October 17, 2023 · 238 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Proterra Operating Company, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2019-2022 40' and 35' Catalyst 800V transit buses equipped with ProDrive 1.0, and 40' and 35' ZX5 800V transit buses equipped with ProDrive 1.0. A transistor inside the inverter may overheat and fail, which can result in a loss of power steering and drive power.
Risk: A loss of power steering and/or drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the inverter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2023. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1‑864‑438‑0000.

Recall number 23V697000 · Recall details

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motorReported February 13, 2023 · 252 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Proterra Operating Company, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2020-2022 35" Catalyst, 35" ZX5, and 40" ZX5 vehicles. The windshield wiper motors may operate intermittently or may fail to operate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper motors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2023. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1‑864‑438‑0000.

Recall number 23V078000 · Recall details

Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)Reported February 28, 2022 · 724 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Proterra, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2017-2019 35 foot Catalyst E2, 2017-2019 40 foot E2, 2020-2021 35 foot RR, 2019-2020 40 foot RR, 2019-2022 40 foot ZX5, and 2020-2022 35 foot ZX5 buses. The plexus adhesive between the torque limiter plate and the bus body may be insufficient, causing the bolts that secure the steering gearbox to loosen.
Risk: A loose steering gearbox can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a mechanical fastener and new bolts on the steering gearbox, and install a new torque plate, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 7, 2022. Owners may contact Proterra's customer service at 1‑864‑438‑0000.

Recall number 22V114000 · Recall details

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Is the 2022 Proterra Catalyst reliable?

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How many recalls does the 2022 Proterra Catalyst have?

3 recalls, covering electrical system, visibility and steering.

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