Safety Recall NHTSA · 19V034000 Reported January 16, 2019

Incorrect axle weight rating on label/fmvss 567

Proterra Operating Company, Inc. · Equipment · 184 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
19V034000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Equipment
Vehicles Affected
184
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
January 16, 2019
Completion Rate
80.98

Defect Summary

Proterra, inc is recalling certain 2015-2018 catalyst 40, and catalyst 35 buses. the certification label may list an incorrect gross front axle weight rating and/or incorrect tire pressures. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."

Safety Consequence

If the tire pressure is understated, an underinflated tire may result in an increased risk of tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification labels with correct information for all affected customers, free of charge. the recall began march 12, 2019. owners may contact proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Proterra Operating Company, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 19V034000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 19V034000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 19V034000?

NHTSA recall 19V034000 was issued by Proterra Operating Company, Inc. on January 16, 2019. It addresses: Incorrect axle weight rating on label/fmvss 567. The recall affects approximately 184 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Proterra Operating Company, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 19V034000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.