2019–2023 Motiv E-450 BEV Chassis School Bus, 2017–2018 Motiv EPIC4 E450 BEV School Bus, 2021–2023 Motiv F-53 BEV Chassis School Bus and 3 other models Recall: A throttle position sensor (TPS) power wire connector pin may loosen…
NHTSA campaign 25V138000 · Vehicle Speed Control · filed Mar 3, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
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.
The risk
Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — 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.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9171), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V138000. Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.