PROTERRA 2019 PROTERRA CATALYST Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2019 PROTERRA CATALYST
Brand
PROTERRA
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2019
Proterra Inc. is recalling certain 2019 PROTERRA CATALYST vehicles due to electrical system:software issues. If the vehicle does warn the driver that the brake interlock is engaged, the rear brakes may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire or crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Proterra, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2019 Catalyst buses. A body controller software update may have disabled the audible and visible warnings that notifies the operator that the brake interlock could be engaged.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the vehicle does warn the driver that the brake interlock is engaged, the rear brakes may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire or crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will update the body controller software, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2020. 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