NHTSA Recall 24V781000
Filed by Motiv Power Systems. Component: Electrical System. Reported 2024-10-18. An estimated 25 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
Interruption of the 12-volt control power can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.