Recall 21V040000 — STRUCTURE:BODY Defect in 2020-2021 PROTERRA ZX5
RECALL This recall affects up to 21 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 21V040000 |
| Manufacturer | Proterra, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 21 |
| Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Proterra, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2020-2021 40' ZX5 vehicles. These vehicles have a front fender flare which may cause mud, dirt, debris, rain and snow to splash onto the driver's side window and mirror.
Safety Consequence
Driver visibility may become impeded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will install a retrofit fender flare, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2021. Owners may contact Proterra customer service 1-864-438-0000. Proterra's number for this recall is SC-21-13.
Related Recalls for PROTERRA
| Campaign | Vehicle | Component | Date | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V697000 | 2020 PROTERRA CATALYST | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 238 | |
| 24V655000 | 2019 PROTERRA CATALYST | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 483 | |
| 22V887000 | 2017 PROTERRA CATALYST | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY | 300 | |
| 23V078000 | 2020 PROTERRA CATALYST | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR | 252 | |
| 22V829000 | 2022 PROTERRA ZX5 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 | |
| 22V855000 | 2019 PROTERRA ZX5 | PARKING BRAKE | 386 | |
| 22V114000 | 2020 PROTERRA ZX5 | STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) | 724 | |
| 21V268000 | 2019 PROTERRA CATALYST | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 12 | |
| 20V664000 | 2018 PROTERRA CATALYST | STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) | 5 | |
| 20V621000 | 2019 PROTERRA CATALYST | STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS | 8 |