Motiv F-59 Bev Chassis School Bus recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 3, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Motiv Power Systems recalls 2017–2023 Motiv — 6 models

Recall number

25V138000

Brand / firm

Motiv

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 40 units

Why it was recalled

Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2017-2020 E-450 and F-59 school buses with Gen 4 EPIC powertrain, and 2020-2023 E-450, F-59, and F-53 school buses with a Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. A throttle position sensor (TPS) power wire connector pin may loosen, causing a loss of signal to the powertrain control module and a loss of drive power.

What to do

Motiv field support technicians will inspect and repair, or replace the PCM connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 23, 2025. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.