Motiv Power Systems (Motiv) is recalling certain 2021-2023 E-450 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. The Controller Area Network (CAN) signal wires could contact the frame rail and become damaged, causing a loss of drive power.
Motiv Power Systems – Damage to Wires can Cause Loss of Drive Power
| Report Received Date | 08/12/2024 |
| NHTSA ID | 24V603000 |
| Consequence Summary | A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Motiv field support technicians will inspect and repair any loose wiring and replace damaged CAN wiring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 16, 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 6 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V603000) |
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