2000 Prevost H3-45 Vip Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2000 Prevost H3-45 Vip problems

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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

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v batteryReported February 27, 2001 · 1,888 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: transit buses equipped with vanner 60 series battery equalizers. The equalizer could fail to operate properly and cause malfunction of the battery charging system.
Risk: Without fusing, the equalizer may melt, burn, or smoke, possibly resulting in a fire or a smoke filled bus, thus necessitating a passenger evacuation of the bus. The failure mode can cause operator distraction, and/or possible personal injury.
Remedy: Prevost will notify owners to inspect their buses for certain equalizers by the date code. The affected equalizers will be replaced. Owner notification began november 29, 2000. 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 1‑418‑831‑2046 or vanner at 1‑800‑227‑6937.

Recall number 01V033003 · Recall details

Steering: steering wheel/handle barReported May 8, 2000 · 482 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: transit buses and bus shells. Some vehicles are fitting with a steering column adjustment plate.
Risk: This could lead to loss of vehicle control.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for an adjustment plate and will replace the adjustment plate if necessary.

Recall number 00V133000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Is the 2000 Prevost H3-45 Vip reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2000 Prevost H3-45 Vip.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Prevost H3-45 Vip?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2000 Prevost H3-45 Vip have?

3 recalls, covering steering and electrical system.

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