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2019-2022 Proterra Catalyst and Proterra ZX5 recall: parking brake

Proterra Operating Company, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 18, 2022. It covers about 386 vehicles.

vehicles affected
386
reported
Nov 18, 2022
owners notified
Dec 21, 2022

Parking brake

What is wrong
Proterra Operating Company, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Catalyst and 2019-2022 ZX5 transit buses. Back pressure in the shared air exhaust for the pneumatic ride height system and parking brake control valve may engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion.
Risk
Unintentional engagement of the parking brake increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Proterra will install a redesigned air circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2022. Owners may contact Proterra's customer service at 1‑864‑438‑0000.

Recall number 22V855000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 22V855000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2022 Proterra Catalyst and Proterra ZX5 parking brake?

Yes. Recall 22V855000, reported on November 18, 2022, covers about 386 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 22V855000?

Proterra will install a redesigned air circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2022. Owners may contact Proterra's 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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