Motiv Power Systems (Motiv) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-450 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 4 EPIC powertrain. A wire connection point could loosen, causing a loss of 12-volt control power to the high voltage (HV) batteries.
Motiv Power Systems – Loose Connection May Cause Loss Of Drive Power
| Report Received Date | 10/18/2024 |
| NHTSA ID | 24V781000 |
| Consequence Summary | Interruption of the 12-volt control power can cause a loss of drive powereasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Motiv field support technicians will inspect and replace the 12-volt control cable as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 11, 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 25 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V781000) |
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