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Vehicle recall 19V061000 · January 29, 2019

2016-2018 Proterra Catalyst

The affected vehicles lack a Graham White air brake supply reservoir, possibly resulting in long term moisture build up in the air brake system.

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

Summary
Proterra Inc., (Proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 transit buses. The affected vehicles lack a Graham White air brake supply reservoir, possibly resulting in long term moisture build up in the air brake system. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Consequence
Built-up of moisture in the air brake system may lead to brake failure, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will install a supply reservoir with a drain between the air dryer and the air supply manifold, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 28, 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
19V061000
Reported to NHTSA
January 29, 2019
Filed by
Proterra Inc.
Owner notification
March 21, 2019
Vehicles potentially affected
55
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Service brakes, air › Supply › Reservoir/tank
Recall 19V061000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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