Proterra is recalling certain 2016-2017 Proterra Catalyst 40 transit buses equipped with axles with radial air disk brakes. Surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.
Proterra Operating Company – Brake Support Bolt may Break
| Report Received Date | 10/23/2018 |
| NHTSA ID | 18V750000 |
| Consequence Summary | Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Proterra will notify owners and have them replace the calipers on the affected axles, free of charge. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 62 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V750000) |
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