Vehicle recall 19V034000 · January 16, 2019

2015-2018 Proterra Catalyst

The certification label may list an incorrect gross front axle weight rating and/or incorrect tire pressures.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Proterra, Inc is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40, and Catalyst 35 buses. The certification label may list an incorrect gross front axle weight rating and/or incorrect tire pressures. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Consequence: If the tire pressure is understated, an underinflated tire may result in an increased risk of tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification labels with correct information for all affected customers, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2019. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.
Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 19V034000
Reported to NHTSA: January 16, 2019
Filed by: Proterra Inc.
Owner notification: March 12, 2019
Vehicles potentially affected: 184
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Equipment › Other › Labels

Recall 19V034000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Proterra Catalyst (2015-2018): 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015

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