Recall 25V262 covers 3 2020 Motiv F-59 BEV Chassis School Bus buses for a power-disconnect bracket defect. Repair is free through Motiv field support.
Motiv is recalling 3 2020 F-59 BEV Chassis School Bus vehicles because a support bracket for the Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain can fatigue and break. The failure can let the main power disconnect short against nearby structures, shut down the high-voltage system, and cause loss of drive power; Motiv dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The fuse box and shut off switch bracket on the 2020 Motiv F-59 BEV Chassis School Bus supports the main power disconnect in the electric powertrain. That disconnect is part of the high-voltage system. It is supposed to stay fixed in place so its electrical terminals remain isolated from nearby metal and other conductive surfaces.
On these buses, the bracket can fatigue from the weight of the disconnect switch and normal vehicle vibration. Once the bracket breaks, the disconnect shifts out of position. Its terminals can touch nearby conductive surfaces and short, shutting down the high-voltage system and causing a loss of vehicle power while driving.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver can experience the problem as a sudden loss of power, after the bracket has already failed and the high-voltage system has shut down.
Who's affected?
Both listed components point to the same fuse box and shut-off switch bracket.
| 2020 Motiv F-59 BEV Chassis School Bus | electric propulsion system |
|---|---|
| 2020 Motiv F-59 BEV Chassis School Bus | body or structural component |
| Units affected | 3 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included in this recall.
What's the safety risk?
An electrical short can shut down the high voltage system and cause a loss of drive power, which increases crash risk. There is no warning sign before failure, so schedule the repair promptly and stop in a safe place if drive power drops. Repair is free at any franchised Motiv dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2020 Motiv F-59 BEV Chassis School Bus is included in this recall.
- Contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804 to schedule the free support-bracket replacement that keeps the main power disconnect from shorting against nearby structures.
- Reference recall number 25V262 when you call, and ask whether a Motiv field support technician comes to the bus or the bus needs to be brought in.
- Avoid unnecessary trips until the bracket is replaced. An electrical short can shut down the high voltage system and cause loss of drive power.
- Keep the owner letter with the bus records and have it available for the technician.
What happens at the repair
During the recall service, a Motiv field support technician replaces the support bracket that holds the main power disconnect in position. The bracket replacement is free under the recall, and parts and labor are covered. If you already paid out of pocket to repair this defect before the recall service, Motiv reimburses reasonable repair costs. Contact Motiv customer service with your repair paperwork so Motiv can review the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 21, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 9, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 13, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 13, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V262?
Recall 25V262 covers 3 2020 Motiv F-59 BEV Chassis School Bus vehicles equipped with the Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. A support bracket can fatigue and break, allowing the main power disconnect to contact nearby structures and short. That short can shut down the high-voltage system, cause loss of drive power, and raise crash risk. Motiv will replace the bracket for free.
What should I do if my 2020 Motiv F-59 BEV Chassis School Bus is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 25V262. If it is, contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804 and ask for the free bracket replacement by Motiv field support technicians. Reference recall number 25V262 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Motiv will replace the affected support bracket free of charge. The remedy is available through Motiv field support technicians, so use your VIN and recall number 25V262 when arranging service.
What is the safety risk in recall 25V262?
The safety risk is loss of drive power. If the support bracket breaks, the main power disconnect can contact other structures and short. That electrical short can shut down the high-voltage system, leaving the bus without drive power and raising crash risk.
When were owners notified about recall 25V262?
Motiv mailed owner notification letters on June 9, 2025. If you bought the bus after that date or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether the recall applies, then contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V262000 |
|---|---|
| Motiv customer service | 1-650-458-4804 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V262 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V262000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →