Recall 24V781000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES
Report Date
20241018
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES
Affected Vehicles
4 models
Defect Description
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-450 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 4 EPIC powertrain. A wire connection point could loosen, causing a loss of 12-volt control power to the high voltage (HV) batteries.
Safety Consequence
Interruption of the 12-volt control power can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Motiv field support technicians will inspect and replace the 12-volt control cable as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | MOTIV | E-450 BEV CHASSIS SCHOOL BUS |
| 2022 | MOTIV | E-450 BEV CHASSIS SCHOOL BUS |
| 2023 | MOTIV | E-450 BEV CHASSIS SCHOOL BUS |
| 2024 | MOTIV | E-450 BEV CHASSIS SCHOOL BUS |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.