2017 PROTERRA CATALYST Safety Overview
The 2017 PROTERRA CATALYST has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 8 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery
- Steering:gear box (other than rack and pinion)
- Service brakes, air:supply:check valve
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as the accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure increases the risk of a fire.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for PROTERRA CATALYST owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Proterra Operation Company, Inc.
The accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure increases the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 22V887000: The accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure increases the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Proterra, Inc.
A loose steering gearbox can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 22V114000: A loose steering gearbox can cause a loss of steering control, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Proterra, Inc.
If the swivel valves are unable to protect the air brake system against loss of air pressure, this may lead to service brake failure and the possibility for the uncontrolled application of the safety brake. Either condition increases the risk of crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V402000: If the swivel valves are unable to protect the air brake system against... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Proterra, Inc.
A build up of air pressure can cause the brakes to drag and possibly overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
NHTSA Recall 19V283000: A build up of air pressure can cause the brakes to drag and possibly... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Proterra Inc., (Proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 and 35 transit buses.
An overloaded front tire may fail unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V062000: An overloaded front tire may fail unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Proterra Inc., (Proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 transit buses.
Built-up of moisture in the air brake system may lead to brake failure, increasing the risk of crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V061000: Built-up of moisture in the air brake system may lead to brake failure... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Proterra, Inc is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40, and Catalyst 35 buses.
If the tire pressure is understated, an underinflated tire may result in an increased risk of tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V034000: If the tire pressure is understated, an underinflated tire may result in an... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Proterra is recalling certain 2016-2017 Proterra Catalyst 40 transit buses equipped with axles wi...
Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 18V750000: Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.