NHTSA Recall 24V781000: Cables (electrical system)
Motiv Power Systems reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 25 vehicles. It affects 2021–2024 Motiv E-450 BEV Chassis School Bus.
| NHTSA campaign | 24V781000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › CABLES |
| Report received | October 18, 2024 |
| Owner notification | December 23, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-450 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 4 EPIC powertrain. A wire connection point could loosen, causing a loss of 12-volt control power to the high voltage (HV) batteries.
Safety risk
Interruption of the 12-volt control power can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Motiv field support technicians will inspect and replace the 12-volt control cable as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 24V781000
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.