Proterra , (Proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 and 35 transit buses. The affected vehicles are equipped with a four point height control system that may cause a load imbalance, overloading the front tires.
Proterra Operating Company – Ride Height System may Overload Front Tires
| Report Received Date | 01/30/2019 |
| NHTSA ID | 19V062000 |
| Consequence Summary | An overloaded front tire may fail unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash. |
| Corrective Action | Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will convert the current four point ride height system into a three point system to prevent the front tires from being overloaded, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2019. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 310 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V062000) |
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