PROTERRA 2017 PROTERRA CATALYST Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2017 PROTERRA CATALYST
Brand
PROTERRA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2017
Proterra Inc. is recalling certain 2017 PROTERRA CATALYST vehicles due to tires issues. An overloaded front tire may fail unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Proterra Inc., (Proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 and 35 transit buses. The affected vehicles are equipped with a four point height control system that may cause a load imbalance, overloading the front tires.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An overloaded front tire may fail unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will convert the current four point ride height system into a three point system to prevent the front tires from being overloaded, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2019. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.
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