The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has issued a warning about a voluntary recall of 483 electric transit buses manufactured by Phoenix Motorcars (formerly Proterra). The recall affects Proterra 800V catalyst vehicles from 2020-2021 and ZX5 Proterra transit buses from 2020-2022.
The buses are being recalled due to a potential fire hazard caused by overheating radiator fan electrical circuits.
This issue was first identified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in September, following reports of smoking vehicles in 2021 and 2024.
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This recall adds to the growing concerns surrounding the safety and reliability of electric buses. Previous incidents include:
- Wasteful spending: A Maryland county reported millions of dollars wasted due to mechanical issues with their electric bus program.
- Fires: There have been multiple reports of electric buses catching fire across the country.
- Oakland schools: Oakland Unified School District is transitioning to electric buses despite facing significant academic challenges and potential financial constraints.
The recall also rekindles past controversy surrounding U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm’s previous ownership of Proterra stock, which raised conflict of interest concerns in 2021.
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This news comes amid ongoing challenges in the U.S. electric vehicle market, including lackluster consumer demand and production delays by major automakers.
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