2019 Proterra Catalyst recall: software
Proterra Inc. reported this safety recall on December 9, 2019. It covers about 140 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 140
- reported
- Dec 9, 2019
- owners notified
- Jan 16, 2020
Electrical system: software
- What is wrong
- Proterra, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2019 Catalyst buses. A body controller software update may have disabled the audible and visible warnings that notifies the operator that the brake interlock could be engaged.
- Risk
- If the vehicle does warn the driver that the brake interlock is engaged, the rear brakes may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire or crash.
- Remedy
- Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will update the body controller software, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2020. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1‑864‑438‑0000.
Recall number 19V871000
Affected vehicles
- Proterra Catalyst 2019 2019
Questions about recall 19V871000
Is there a recall on the 2019 Proterra Catalyst software?
Yes. Recall 19V871000, reported on December 9, 2019, covers about 140 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 19V871000?
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will update the body controller software, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2020. 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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