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2020-2022 Proterra Catalyst and Proterra ZX5 recall: motor

Proterra Operating Company, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 13, 2023. It covers about 252 vehicles.

vehicles affected
252
reported
Feb 13, 2023
owners notified
Apr 3, 2023

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 23V078000

Is there a recall on the 2020-2022 Proterra Catalyst and Proterra ZX5 motor?

Yes. Recall 23V078000, reported on February 13, 2023, covers about 252 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 23V078000?

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.

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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