2021 MOTIV F-59 CHASSIS Complaints and Recall Information
The 2021 MOTIV F-59 CHASSIS has 0 complaints and 8 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to the electrical system and propulsion components, specifically involving battery packs, wiring, and drive power loss due to sensor and connector faults.
There have been eight recalls addressing multiple electrical, propulsion, and control system defects. These recalls affect systems such as the battery pack, electrical connectors, wiring, throttle position sensors, and software controlling the propulsion system.
Recalls- Battery pack seal defect. NHTSA recall 25V456000 affects 55 vehicles from 2021 to 2024 with Gen 6 EPIC powertrains. The high voltage battery pack may be improperly sealed, allowing liquid intrusion that risks fire or shock hazards. Repairs involving inspection and necessary battery pack repairs were completed by November 2024.
- Support bracket failure. Recall 25V261000 covers 139 vehicles from 2019 to 2022 with Gen 5 EPIC powertrains. A bracket may break, causing the main power disconnect to short against other structures, leading to a loss of drive power and increased crash risk. Free bracket replacement service was provided.
- Throttle position sensor connector. Recall 25V137000 involves 222 vehicles from 2017 to 2025 with Gen 4, 5, and 6 EPIC powertrains. Loose connector pins can cause loss of signal to the powertrain control module, resulting in drive power loss and crash risk. Inspections and repairs or replacements of connectors were conducted at no cost.
- Vehicle control software error. Recall 24V546000 impacts 200 vehicles from 2019 to 2024 with Gen 5 EPIC powertrains. Software may misclassify isolation loss between chassis and high voltage systems, shutting down HV batteries and causing loss of power steering, brake assist, and drive power. An over-the-air software update was issued free of charge.
- Wiring harness defects. Recall 24V698000 affects 151 vehicles from 2017 to 2023 with Gen 4 and 5 EPIC powertrains. Missing heat shrink insulators and retention clips can lead to deteriorated 12-volt wires that disconnect HV batteries and cause drive power loss. Free inspections and wiring repairs were completed.
Owners facing repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues related to these safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting with an attorney specializing in consumer protection and lemon law could help clarify available options.
2021 MOTIV F-59 CHASSIS Summary
2021
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
767
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2021 MOTIV F-59 CHASSIS
139 vehicles affected
STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2019-2022 F-53 and F-59 vehicles equipped with a Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. A support bracket may fatigue and break, allowing the main power disconnect to contact other structures and short.
Risk: An electrical short can shut down the high voltage system, resulting in a loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash.
2021 MOTIV F-59 CHASSIS
55 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2021-2024 F-59 vehicles equipped with a Motiv Gen 6 EPIC powertrain. The high voltage battery pack may be improperly sealed and allow liquid to enter the battery.
Risk: Liquid intrusion into a battery pack can cause a loss of electrical isolation or short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire or shock hazard.
2021 MOTIV F-59 CHASSIS
222 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2017-2020 E-450 and F-59 vehicles with Gen 4 EPIC powertrain, 2020-2023 E-450, F-59, and F-53 vehicles with a Gen 5 EPIC powertrain, and 2023-2025 Motiv F-59 and F-53 vehicles with a Gen 6 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.
Risk: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
2021 MOTIV F-59 CHASSIS
200 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:SOFTWARE
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-450, 2019-2023 F-59, and 2019-2020 F-53 vehicles equipped with a Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. The vehicle control software could misclassify a loss of isolation between the chassis and high voltage system, shutting down the high voltage (HV) batteries.
Risk: The shutdown of the HV batteries can cause a loss of power steering, brake power assist, and drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
2021 MOTIV F-59 CHASSIS
151 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
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.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.