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1998 Prevost H3-45 Vip problems

Its complaint count is close to a typical H3-45 Vip model year.

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Owner complaints
1
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
2

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Recalls 3

Steering: columnReported March 7, 2003 · 3,572 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain motor coaches and motor homes, the steering columns may be missing the lower bolt and nut. A replacement bolt and nut was installed to correct this situation on the production line. If a replacement bolt has been used and not tightened properly, the column may come out of the input shaft when the steering column adjustment mechanism is used.
Risk
In such a case, a loss of steering would occur.
Remedy
Dealers will verify the size of the bolt and nut and replace them if needed. Owner notification began april 4, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1‑418‑831‑5432.

Recall number 03V090000 · Recall details

Suspension: front: control arm: upper ball jointReported September 11, 2000 · 554 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: bus shells and coaches. The ball joint sealing boot could be perforated allowing grease leakage.
Risk
This condition could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the boot.

Recall number 00V262000 · Recall details

Suspension: frontReported October 6, 1998 · 259 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: transit buses. The bolts fixing the radius rod locking tab plates were not lubricated before being tightened.
Risk
Improper tightening can cause loosening of the attachment over a period of time increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the bolts, lubricating them, installing a new locking tab plate, and retightening the bolts.

Recall number 98V239000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Prevost H3-45 Vip 2

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What 1998 Prevost H3-45 Vip owners say

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Filed Feb 19, 2007 · FL · fire · 1 injury

Webasto dbw2010, as installed in aqua hot, previous recall of #02x003000. Company stated to me last year that this recall was 'rescinded in 2005' and I didn't have service done. Had leak and smoldering over the weekend. This recall by all means is on the mark, and information should be sent to customers of this unit to replace it at expense of webasto.

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Is the 1998 Prevost H3-45 Vip reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1998 Prevost H3-45 Vip, close to a typical H3-45 Vip model year.

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How many recalls does the 1998 Prevost H3-45 Vip have?

3 recalls, covering steering and suspension.

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