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2016-2017 Proterra Catalyst recall: caliper

Proterra reported this safety recall on October 23, 2018. It covers about 62 vehicles.

vehicles affected
62
reported
Oct 23, 2018
owners notified
Dec 11, 2018

Service brakes, air: disc: caliper

What is wrong
Proterra is recalling certain 2016-2017 Proterra Catalyst 40 transit buses equipped with axles with radial air disk brakes. Surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.
Risk
Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Proterra will notify owners and have them replace the calipers on the affected axles, free of charge. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1‑864‑438‑0000.

Recall number 18V750000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 18V750000

Is there a recall on the 2016-2017 Proterra Catalyst caliper?

Yes. Recall 18V750000, reported on October 23, 2018, covers about 62 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 18V750000?

Proterra will notify owners and have them replace the calipers on the affected axles, free of charge. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1‑864‑438‑0000.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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