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NHTSA Recall 20V621000: Hose, piping, and connections (steering)

Proterra Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 8 vehicles. It affects 2019–2020 Proterra Catalyst.

8
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (October 6)
NHTSA campaign20V621000
Manufacturer campaignSC-20-141
ComponentSTEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
Report receivedOctober 7, 2020
Owner notificationOctober 6, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

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.

Safety risk

A power steering fluid leak can increase the risk of a crash.

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.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 20V621000

Make and modelModel years
Proterra Catalyst2019, 2020

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.