Recall 24V-698: 2019–2020 Motiv E-450 BEV Chassis, 2017–2018 Motiv E-450 Chassis and 3 more

Motiv Power Systems recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Sep 19, 2024, covering about 151 vehicles.

NHTSA number
24V-698
Report date
Sep 19, 2024
Vehicles affected
151
Owners notified
Nov 21, 2024

The problem

Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2017-2020 E-450 and F-59 vehicles equipped with a Motiv Gen 4 EPIC and 2020-2023 F-53 and F-59 vehicles equipped with a Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. The wiring harness may be missing a heat shrink insulator and retention clip. The 12-volt control wires may deteriorate and loosen, causing a loss of connection to the high voltage (HV) batteries and drive power.

The risk

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Motiv field support technicians will inspect and correct any loose wiring, and replace damaged 12-volt control wires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 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 www.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMotiv Power Systems
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number24V698000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Motiv E-450 BEV Chassis2019, 2020All years
Motiv E-450 Chassis2017, 2018All years
Motiv F-53 BEV Chassis2020, 2021, 2022, 2023All years
Motiv F-59 BEV Chassis2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023All years
Motiv F-59 Chassis2017, 2018All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 24V-698?

Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2017-2020 E-450 and F-59 vehicles equipped with a Motiv Gen 4 EPIC and 2020-2023 F-53 and F-59 vehicles equipped with a Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. The wiring harness may be missing a heat shrink insulator and retention clip. The 12-volt control wires may deteriorate and loosen, causing a loss of connection to the high voltage (HV) batteries and drive power.

How is recall 24V-698 fixed?

Motiv field support technicians will inspect and correct any loose wiring, and replace damaged 12-volt control wires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 21, 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.