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Medium RiskNHTSA
Vehicles/Commercial Vehicles

Motiv Power Systems: Loose Connection May Cause Loss Of Drive Power

Agency Publication Date: October 18, 2024
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Summary

Motiv Power Systems is recalling 25 model year 2021-2024 E-450 school buses equipped with a Gen 4 EPIC powertrain. A wire connection point in these vehicles may loosen, which can lead to a loss of 12-volt control power to the high voltage batteries. Motiv field support technicians will inspect and replace the affected 12-volt control cable free of charge.

Risk

A loss of 12-volt control power while driving can result in an unexpected loss of drive power, significantly increasing the risk of a crash.

What You Should Do

  1. Contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804 to determine if your specific vehicle is affected and to schedule a free inspection and potential repair.
  2. Motiv field support technicians will inspect and replace the 12-volt control cable as necessary, free of charge.
  3. If you have additional questions, contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Inspection and replacement of the 12-volt control cable

How to: Motiv field support technicians will inspect and replace the 12-volt control cable as necessary, free of charge.

Affected Products

Product: 2021-2024 E-450 School Bus with Motiv Gen 4 EPIC powertrain

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 24V781000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: Motiv Power Systems
Sold By: Motiv Power Systems authorized dealers
Units Affected: 25 vehicles(25% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: December 23, 2024
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.
Distributed To: Nationwide
Agency Last Updated: January 27, 2025

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response