NHTSA recall 25V138000
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Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus and 5 more
Reported Mar 3, 202540 vehicles affectedMotiv Power Systems
The defect
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2017-2020 E-450 and F-59 school buses with Gen 4 EPIC powertrain, and 2020-2023 E-450, F-59, and F-53 school buses with a Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. A throttle position sensor (TPS) power wire connector pin may loosen, causing a loss of signal to the powertrain control module and a loss of drive power.
The risk
Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Motiv field support technicians will inspect and repair, or replace the PCM connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 23, 2025. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.
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