Motiv Power Systems (Motiv) is recalling certain 2017-2020 F-59 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 4 EPIC and 2020-2023 F-59 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. The wiring harness may be missing a heat shrink insulator and retention clip. The 12-volt control wires may deteriorate and loosen, causing a loss of connection to the high voltage (HV) batteries and drive power.
Motiv Power Systems – Loose, Damaged Wires can Cause Loss of Drive Power
| Report Received Date | 09/19/2024 |
| NHTSA ID | 24V699000 |
| Consequence Summary | A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Motiv field support technicians will inspect and correct or replace any 12-volt control wires showing signs of fatigue, cracking, or improper retention or protection as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 13 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=24V699000) |
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