NHTSA Recall 22V887000: Traction battery (electrical system)
Proterra Operating Company, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 300 vehicles. It affects 2017–2019 Proterra Catalyst.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V887000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY |
| Report received | November 30, 2022 |
| Owner notification | November 6, 2023 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Proterra Operation Company, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Catalyst transit buses. One or more battery packs may allow liquid to leak into and accumulate in the battery pack enclosure.
Safety risk
The accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Proterra will update software, inspect, and replace the battery pack, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 6, 2023. Owners may contact Proterra's 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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V887000
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.