Motiv E-450 School Bus (Motiv) - Charging Module Issue (2024)
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2023 MOTIV E-450 BEV CHASSIS SCHOOL BUS
Brand
MOTIV
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2023
Motiv Power Systems is recalling certain 2023 MOTIV E-450 BEV CHASSIS SCHOOL BUS vehicles due to electrical system:propulsion system:charging:module:software issues. The shutdown of the HV batteries can cause a loss of steering and brake power assist, and drive power, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-450 and 2020 F-59 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. The vehicle control software could misclassify a loss of isolation between the chassis and high voltage system, shutting down the high voltage (HV) batteries.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
The shutdown of the HV batteries can cause a loss of steering and brake power assist, and drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Motiv will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026