NHTSA recall 20V621000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Proterra Catalyst
Reported Oct 7, 20208 vehicles affectedProterra Inc.Maker’s number SC-20-141
The defect
Proterra Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Battery-Electric 40' Catalyst and 2020 Battery-Electric 35' Catalyst buses. The power steering hose located at the pump and reservoir may leak and sweat fluid through the hose.
The risk
A power steering fluid leak can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the power steering hose, free of charge. The recall began October 6, 2020. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000. Proterra's number for this recall is SC-20-141.