2022 MOTIV EPIC4 E450 BEV SCHOOL BUS Complaints and Recall Information

The 2022 MOTIV EPIC4 E450 BEV SCHOOL BUS has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to drive power loss that may affect vehicle operation.

There are 5 recalls covering various electrical and propulsion system components causing possible drive power loss and safety risks. These recalls address faults in throttle sensors, wiring, controllers, battery control power, and vehicle control software.

• Throttle Position Sensor (TPS). Recall 25V138000 affects 40 vehicles. A loose wire pin in the TPS connector may cause loss of signal to the powertrain control module resulting in drive power loss. The risk includes increased crash potential. Technicians will inspect and repair or replace the PCM connector free of charge. Notification letters were mailed April 23, 2025.
• Electrical Wiring. Also covered under recall 25V138000 affecting 40 vehicles. Loose wiring in the TPS power connector can cause similar loss of drive power and crash risk. Repairs are free and notifications were sent April 23, 2025.
• Traction Motor Controller Wiring. Recall 24V603000 affects 6 vehicles. CAN signal wires may contact the frame rail causing damage and loss of drive power. Field support will inspect, repair loose wiring, and replace damaged wiring for free. Owners were notified September 5, 2024.
• High Voltage Battery Control Cable. Recall 24V781000 affects 25 vehicles. Wire connection can loosen, interrupting 12-volt control power to high voltage batteries and causing drive power loss. Repairs involve inspection and cable replacement as needed at no cost. Letters sent December 23, 2024.
• Vehicle Control Software. Recall 24V602000 affects 28 vehicles. Software may misclassify a loss of isolation leading to shutdown of high voltage batteries, resulting in loss of steering, brake power assist, and drive power. An over-the-air update will correct this free of charge. Notification letters mailed September 5, 2024.

Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved safety recalls for these critical systems may have rights under their state lemon law. Consulting an attorney experienced in lemon law can help determine protection options.