Prevost H3-45 recalls

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain Prevost buses. Please see the above list of models. The entrance door is missing the emergency exit operating instruction label. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."

Risk

Missing instructions may prevent or delay passengers from evacuating the bus during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Prevost will replace the emergency exit label, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners may contact Prevost's customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR26-19.

Recall number 26V675000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2026 H3-45 and H3-45 VIP vehicles equipped with aftermarket exterior driver side mirrors. The mirror exhibits excessive play and may detach.

Risk

A detached mirror can reduce the driver's visibility and become a road hazard for other vehicles, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will inspect and replace the mirror as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed by March 10, 2026. Owners will receive another notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Prevost's customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR26-03. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning February 27, 2026.

Recall number 26V095000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2025 X3-45 and 2025-2026 H3-45 coach buses. The fasteners securing the passenger seat back or the seat belt may be loose.

Risk

An unsecured seat back or seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Prevost will inspect and tighten the fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2025. Owner may contact Prevost's customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR25-23.

Recall number 25V460000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2025 Prevost H3-45 and X3-45 motorcoaches. The release mechanism on the emergency exit windows may be difficult to open in an emergency situation. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."

Risk

Emergency exits that are difficult to open can prevent or delay passengers from exiting during an emergency, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Prevost will inspect and adjust the emergency exit windows as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2025. Owners may contact Prevost's customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR25-10.

Recall number 25V243000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2005-2024 X3-45, 2017-2019 and 2021-2023 X3-45 Commuter, 2006-2007, 2014, and 2018 H3-41, 2005-2020 and 2022-2024 H3-45, and 2019 H3-45 VIP buses equipped with a wheelchair lift. The wheelchair platform bridging device may be too steep, which can cause the wheelchair to become unstable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 403, "Platform Lift Devices" and 404, "Platform Lift Installations."

Risk

An unstable wheelchair increases the risk of injury to lift occupants.

Remedy

Prevost will replace the wheelchair lift bridging device, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR24-26.

Recall number 24V523000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2010 H3-45 VIP, 2024 H3-45 and X3-45 vehicles. The coolant heaters may generate excessive exhaust gas and overheat.

Risk

Excessive exhaust gas may increase the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, and an overheating heater increases the risk of a fire. Additionally, a vehicle fire may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

Remedy

Vehicle owners are advised not to operate the heaters until they have been repaired. Prevost will inspect the coolant heaters, replace the damaged components, and clean the heater's internal components, as necessary. In addition, Prevost will adjust the air to fuel ratio. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR24-13.

Recall number 24V213000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2024 H3-45 and H3-45 VIP vehicles. The grommet that protects the battery cables passing through a metallic panel was improperly installed, allowing the cables to chafe on the edges of the panel and potentially short circuit.

Risk

An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Additionally, a vehicle fire may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

Remedy

Prevost will inspect and reinstall the grommet, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR24-12.

Recall number 24V179000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2023 H3-45 and 2022-2023 H3-45 VIP vehicles. The steering column joints may fail, causing a loss of steering control.

Risk

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been performed. Prevost will replace the steering column joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 19, 2024. Owners may contact Provost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR24-11.

Recall number 24V178000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2014 and 2018 H3-41, 2013-2024 H3-45, 2012-2024 X3-45, and 2017-2023 X3-45 Commuter vehicles. The red beacon lighting on the Threshold Warning System (TWS) may not be bright enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."

Risk

Beacons that do not provide proper illumination may be less visible to wheelchair lift users, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Prevost will replace the red beacons, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR24-03.

Recall number 23V889000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2024 H3-45 and 2022-2024 H3-45 VIP motorcoaches equipped with Prevost Driver Assist. The radar sensor may be obstructed by an incorrect front bumper trim panel, causing the driver assist system to not function properly.

Risk

A driver assist system that does not function properly may engage the brakes unexpectedly or fail to engage the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will inspect and replace the front bumper panel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2024. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-43.

Recall number 23V805000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2024 H3-45, 2023-2024 H3-45 VIP, X3-45 VIP, X3-45 VIP Entertainer, and 2023 X3-45 motor coaches. The grid heater cables that connect to the relay may have a loose connection and cause the relay to overheat.

Risk

A relay that overheats can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Prevost will inspect and replace damaged components, and tighten the grid heater relay nuts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑908‑222‑7211. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-42.

Recall number 23V761000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2023-2024 H3-45 and 2022-2024 H3-45 VIP vehicles. The right front turn signal light may fail when the turn signal or hazard warning lights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk

An inoperative front turn signal may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, while inoperative hazard warning lights reduce the vehicle visibility to other drivers, both increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will install enhanced headlight wiring that includes additional resistors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-19.

Recall number 23V474000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling one 2023 H3-45 vehicle. The emergency exit window may require excessive force to open. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."

Risk

An emergency exit that requires excessive force to open may prevent or delay use of the exit, increasing the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

Remedy

Prevost will inspect and adjust the emergency exit window, if necessary, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-08.

Recall number 23V184000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 H3-45 VIP and 2023 H3-45 vehicles. When activating the hazard warning lights, the turn signal lights may not flash simultaneously if the ignition is off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk

Hazard lights that do not flash simultaneously may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will update the hazard warning lights software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-07.

Recall number 23V183000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2018-2023 H3-45 motor coaches and H3-45 VIP motorhomes, and 2019 H3-41 motor coaches. The Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) optical fire sensor positioned in the engine compartment's lower region may corrode and malfunction. In this event, the AFSS may give a false warning to the driver, command an unwarranted engine shutdown, and release a chemical fire extinguishing agent in the engine compartment.

Risk

The activation of the Automatic Fire Suppression System can cause a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled coach may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

Remedy

Prevost will inspect the vehicles, install spacers between the optical fire sensor and bracket, and replace the optical fire sensor, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-05.

Recall number 23V126000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2010-2023 H3-45, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, X3-45 Com, and X3-45 VIP vehicles. In the event of the alternator front bearing seizing, the alternator belt may continue to operate, causing the bearing to overheat.

Risk

An overheated alternator bearing can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Prevost will replace the alternator belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046.

Recall number 22V221000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2020 Prevost X3-45 VIP, X3-45 Passenger, H3-45 VIP, and H3-45 Passenger coach buses. The driveshaft clamp bolts may not be properly tightened.

Risk

The driveshaft connection may separate resulting in a loss of drive. Additionally, a section of the driveshaft may detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost has notified owners, and will replace and properly tighten the driveshaft clamp bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR19-43.

Recall number 19V900000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2020 X3-45 VIP, X3-45 VIP Entertainer, X3-45 Passenger, H3-45 VIP, and H3-45 Passenger coaches. Due to a missing component, the driver may not be able to adjust the brightness of the dash illumination for the controls and indicators, allowing only the highest level of brightness. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."

Risk

During night time vehicle operation, highest level of dash brightness may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will install the missing potentiometer component and required wiring to adjust the brightness of the dash's illumination, free of charge. The recall began November 28, 2019. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR19-42.

Recall number 19V777000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2017-2020 X3-45 Coach, Commuter, VIP, and VIP Entertainer buses, and H3-45 Coach and VIP buses. Under certain conditions, such as high altitude and heavy climbing, the engine may overheat and shutdown.

Risk

If the engine unexpectedly shuts down, passengers may have to be transferred to another vehicle on the side of the road, increasing the risk of an injury. If the engine unexpectedly shuts down while the vehicle is in motion, there is an increased risk of crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners and will update the engine software, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046.

Recall number 19V565000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc is recalling certain 2015-2018 X3-45 VIP, X3-45 VIP Entertainer, X3-45 Passenger, H3-45 VIP, and H3-45 passenger coaches and motorhomes equipped with specific fire suppression systems. The actuator of the fire extinguisher system may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent.

Risk

If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Remedy

Prevost Cars will notify owners, and the fire suppression system manufacturer will inspect the systems, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR19-03.

Recall number 19V118000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2010-2018 H3-41, H3-45, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, X3-45 Commuter, X3-45 VIP, and X3-45 VIP Entertainer vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit:

Risk

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2018. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046, or Kidde customer service toll free at 1‑855‑262‑3540 or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Prevost's number for this recall is SR17-31.

Recall number 17V737000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2008-2018 H3-41, H3-45, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, X3-45 VIP, X3-45 VIP Entertainer, and XL2 motor coaches. The fuel tank cradle supports may have gaps at the points where the cradle connects to the coach frame, which can allow the attachment bolts to loosen and fail causing the fuel tank to fall from the vehicle.

Risk

If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, it could be a road hazard and the vehicle would stall. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will correct the fuel tank cradle mounting, free of charge. The recall began on December 4, 2017. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR17-28.

Recall number 17V618000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2014-2017 H3-45, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, X3-45 VIP, and X3-45 VIP Entertainer motor coaches equipped with 10,000lb-capacity trailer hitch receivers. The trailer hitch mounting fasteners may loosen.

Risk

If the fasteners loosen, the trailer hitch may deform or detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trailer hitch mounting hardware, free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2017. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR17-11.

Recall number 17V299000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2016-2017 H3-45 motor coaches. The affected vehicles have wiper arms that can crack where they mount to the wiper motor causing the wiper arms to bend or detach from the vehicle.

Risk

A loss of wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the windshield wiper mounts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2017. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR17-09.

Recall number 17V296000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2017 H3-45 and X3-45 motor coaches. These vehicles have steering arm levers that were incorrectly forged, possibly resulting in the steering arm levers cracking and failing.

Risk

If the steering arm lever fails, causing a loss of steering, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering arm lever, free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2017. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑877‑773‑8678. Prevost's number for this recall is SR17-05.

Recall number 17V102000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 H3-41 and H3-45, 2011-2016 H3-VIP, 2011-2016 X3-45 Coach vehicles, 2012-2016 X3-VIP vehicles, and 2011-2013 XL2 Entertainer vehicles. The coolant line on the affected vehicles may be missing a positioning clip, allowing the coolant line to rub against the braided fuel hose at one of the injectors.

Risk

Contact between the fuel line and the coolant line may cause a fuel leak and result in fuel spraying onto hot exhaust components increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasion, replacing it as necessary. The fuel and coolant lines will be properly secured. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2016. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑418‑883‑3391. Prevost's number for this recall is SR16-18.

Recall number 16V133000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2016 X3-45 VIP, H3-45 VIP, and H3-45 coaches manufactured June 17, 2015 to August 14, 2015. Studs that attach the independent front suspension to the vehicle frame may fail and allow a front wheel to turn unexpectedly.

Risk

A wheel that turns unexpectedly may cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected studs, free of charge. The recall began on November 24, 2015. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑866‑870‑2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR15-52.

Recall number 15V725000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 X3-45, XLII-45, H3-41, and H3-45 coaches manufactured November 30, 2009, to August 12, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the wires for the Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) Linear Thermal Detector (LTD) may be damaged by temperatures in the engine compartment.

Risk

The damaged wires may activate the AFSS and shutdown the engine, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the AFSS LTD wiring, free of charge. The recall began on July 17, 2015. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑800‑463‑7738. Prevost's number for this recall is SR15-30.

Recall number 15V348000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2015 X3-45, and H3-45 coaches manufactured October 1, 2014, to April 30, 2015. Bolts in the front suspensions of the affected coaches may fail due to a problem with the bolt manufacturing process.

Risk

Suspension bolt failure may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected bolts, free of charge. The recall began on July 16, 2015. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑800‑463‑7738. Prevost's number for this recall is SR15-29.

Recall number 15V347000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 XLII, X3-45, H3-41, H3-45, and H3-45 VIP vehicles manufactured July 5, 2007, to May 11, 2012. The affected vehicles may be missing a fuel line locating clip, allowing the fuel line to rub against the braided coolant hose.

Risk

The fuel line rubbing may result in abrasion and a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasion, replacing it as necessary, and will properly secure the fuel line and coolant line, free of charge. The recall began on March 26, 2015. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑418‑883‑3391. Prevost's number for this recall is SR15-04.

Recall number 15V122000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Prevost XLII-45, X3-45, X3-45 VIP, H3-41, H3-45, and H3-45 VIP motorcoaches manufactured July 23, 2013, to November 28, 2014, and equipped with certain Kidde plastic valve disposable handheld fire extinguishers. These fire extinguishers may not fully discharge as designed when the lever is pressed.

Risk

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not work correctly, there is an increased risk of injury to the bus occupants.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fire extinguisher if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑877‑773‑8678. Prevost's number for this recall is SR15-03.

Recall number 15V119000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 X3-45 and 2010-2014 H3-45 coaches manufactured May 1, 2010, through November 7, 2013, and equipped with Amaya Seats with a seat base that can be raised to accommodate wheel chairs. When the seat bases are raised and lowered they may rub against the seat belt and possibly cause damage to the seat belt.

Risk

A damaged seat belt may fail in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any damaged seat belts, and change the attachment point at the seat to remove the risk of damage to the seat belt, free of charge. The recall began on June 16, 2014. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1‑877‑773‑8678. Prevost's number for this recall is SR14-26.

Recall number 14V206000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 H3-45 VIP coaches and model year 2014 H3-45 and H3-41 coaches manufactured with KALAS-brand battery cables. In the affected vehicles, the insulation at the crimped terminal ends may not have been stripped back on the power cable to the engine electronic control unit.

Risk

If the power cable loses connection to the engine electronic control unit, the engine may shut down, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the battery cables, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2014. Owners may contact Prevost at 1‑877‑773‑8678. Prevost's number associated with this recall is SR14-10.

Recall number 14V095000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 X3-45 VIP motorhomes, H3 VIP motorhomes and XLII-45 Entertainers and model year 2012-2014 model year X3-45, H3-41, H3-45 coaches manufactured June 6, 2011, through May 17, 2013, equipped with JAKO windshield wiper motors, model SWF403195. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper motor housing may crack resulting in a loss of windshield wiper function.

Risk

Without functioning windshield wipers, the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and any affected windshield wiper motor will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on February 26, 2014. Owners may contact Prevost at 1‑418‑883‑2888. Prevost's number for this recall is SR14-02.

Recall number 13V650000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2014 H3-45 coaches manufactured August 29, 2013, through November 19, 2013 and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

Risk

If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 22, 2014. Owners may contact Prevost at 1‑877‑773‑8678. This is Prevost recall number SR13-93.

Recall number 13V620000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 H3-45 and model year 2009 H3-41, X3-45, XLII Converted Coach Shells and XLII-45 Entertainer Converted coach and model year 2008 H3-VIP coach shells. The mechanical springs used to return the accelerator pedal to idle after the driver lifts their foot off the pedal may break.

Risk

If the springs break, the pedal may not return to idle once the driver lifts their foot off the pedal. This unintended acceleration increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accelerator pedals, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1‑418‑883‑2888. Prevost's recall number is SR13-72.

Recall number 13V532000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2013 X3-45, 2012-2014 H3-45, 2008 H3-45 VIP, 2005 XL2, and 2006-2011 XL2-45 Entertainer buses equipped with super single tires. The cold inflation pressure shown on the certification plate is higher than the specification for the super single tires installed on the rear axle, which may lead to tire overinflation. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Part 567, "Certification Regulation."

Risk

Tire overinflation may reduce traction, braking ability and handling, increasing the the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification plate, free of charge. The recallbegan on November 22, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1‑418‑883‑2888. Prevost's recall number is SR13-61.

Recall number 13V472000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost is recalling one model year 2013 H3-45 coach bus manufactured November 14, 2011, through July 3, 2012. In the affected bus, the transmission has the wrong software and may not lock to prevent movement while the wheelchair lift door is open. Thus, this bus fails to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 403, "Platform Lift Systems for Motor Vehicles."

Risk

Without the transmission locking to prevent movement, if the parking brake lock fails while the wheelchair lift door is open, the bus may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Prevost has notified the owner, and the transmission is being reprogrammed, free of charge. Owners may contact Prevost at 1‑418‑883‑2888 x 6558. Prevost's campaign recall number is SR13-25.

Recall number 13V149000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost is recalling certain model year 1993 thru 2013 model H3-40, H3-41, H3-45, and H3-45 VIP Prevost coaches manufactured from December 1993 through February 12, 2013. Under certain conditions, the drag link collar position combined with an over torque of the collar retaining bolt may create a contact with the pitman arm.

Risk

This contact may cause the turnbuckle to fracture without warning. If the drag link turnbuckle breaks while the vehicle is in use, stability and vehicle control may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any affected drag link, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1‑418‑883‑2888.

Recall number 13V055000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 X3-45, H3-41 and H3-45 coaches, model year 2011-2013 H3-45 VIP coaches, model year 2012-2013 X3-45 VIP coaches, and model year 2009-2013 XLII-45 Entertainer coaches manufactured from May 16, 2007, through March 14, 2013 and equipped with Volvo engines. Certain conditions may cause the affected coaches to go into a software mode that would result in the throttle signal being fixed at 1700rpms regardless of throttle pedal input from the driver.

Risk

Uncontrollable throttle position may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners and dealers will remedy will the affected coaches, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1‑418‑831‑2046.

Recall number 13V039000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2013 X3-45, H3-45, and XLII-45 Entertainer coach buses and coach bus shells manufactured September 25, 2012, through January 9, 2013, for failing to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." The buses may have missing side reflectors.

Risk

The absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the bus, increasing the risk that another vehicle may crash into the bus.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will add side reflectors, free of charge. The recall began on February 5, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1‑418‑883‑2888 x 6558.

Recall number 13V021000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 h3-45, model year 2009-2010 x3-45, and model year 2009 mth xlii-45e vehicles, all equipped with volvo d13 engines and an automatic fire detection and suppression system (afss) . The afss linear thermal detector may come in contact or rub against brackets or clamps.

Risk

If this occurs, the afss may activate with no fire present and the stop engine feature will be activated, bringing the vehicle to an unplanned stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners and dealers will inspect and secure the linear thermal detector, free of charge. The safety recall began in july 2012. Owners may contact prevost car inc., service department toll-free at 1‑866‑870‑2046 or 1‑418‑831‑2046.

Recall number 12V309000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 h3-45 and model year 2009-2011 x3-45 coaches equipped with volvo d13 engines. The accelerator pedal throttle position sensor may be inoperative due to a permanent idle signal.

Risk

If this occurs, the vehicle may stop responding to input from the accelerator pedal, and thus become stopped in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal throttle sensor, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 13, 2012. Owners may contact prevost at 1‑418‑883‑2888.

Recall number 12V303000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Superior coach is recalling certain recreational vehicles equipped with 1200 series norcold refrigerators. The population of refrigerators being addressed contains either a sensing algorithm or thermal switch to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected in order to prevent a potential fire. The response times of the sensor algorithm and thermal switch devices to stop power are not sufficient.

Risk

The sensing algorithm or thermal switch installed to shut off power to the refrigerator when high temperatures are detected due to a possible hydrogen gas leak may not shut off in sufficient time to prevent a fire.

Remedy

Superior coach is working with norcold to identify and notify any affected owners. Owners will be instructed to contact norcold dealers to receive the remedy free of charge. Please see norcold's defect report 10e-049 for additional information. The safety recall began on september 19, 2011. Owners may contact norcold at 1‑800‑767‑9101 or superior coach interiors at 1‑615‑466‑2000.

Recall number 11V449000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2010 h3-45, model year 2011 vip-45 and x3-45 motor coaches manufactured from october 2010 through february 2011. The welding on the fuel tank supports is insufficient and could leading to the metal supports contacting the ground.

Risk

Should the metal supports contacting the ground underneath the vehicle could result in an undercarriage fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and add redesigned support breaks free of charge. The safety recall began on april 14, 2011. Owners may contact prevost at 418‑883‑2888

Recall number 11V135000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost has notified the federal safety agency of a defect in certain model year 2008-2010 motor coaches fitted with ricon public use lifts. The restraint belt on these lifts was designed to prevent the lift from moving, unless the tongue of the belt is fully engaged and latched in the buckle. Ricon has discovered, however, that it is possible for the operator to insert the belt tongue into the buckle without fully engaging the latching mechanism. In this case, the restraint belt would appear to be latched, and the operator could run the lift. If the restraint belt tongue is not fully engaged into the restraint belt buckle, and latched, the lift may operate with an occupant on the platform.

Risk

The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move without the restraint belt properly buckled.

Remedy

Prevost coach is working with ricon and prevost will be handling the remedy for this campaign through safety recall (sr10-19). Prevost will provide customers with a warning decal and a dvd-based training aid. The recall began on june 14, 2010. Owners may contact prevost technical publications at 1‑418‑831‑5432 x 235 or by email at [email protected].

Recall number 10V117000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost is recalling 47 my 2009 x3-45 and my 2010 h3-41, and h3-45 coaches equipped with dana I-beam axle front suspension. The dimension of the steering drag link tie rod end does not meet the manufacturer's requirements.

Risk

The tie rod end could break and create loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the drag link tie rod end and replace the part free of charge. The recall began on june 30, 2009. Owners may contact prevost at 1‑418‑883‑2888.

Recall number 09V190000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost is recalling 81 my 2008-2009 x3-45, h3-41, and h3-45 motor coaches. During production the wrong grade 5 bolts were used to install the pedestal of the passenger seat. There is a possibility that the bolts would break at installation or during the normal use of the vehicle.

Risk

In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the bolts with the correct specified bolts free of charge. The recall began on november 18, 2008. Owners may contact prevost at 1‑418‑831‑5432.

Recall number 08V597000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Prevost is recalling 189 my 2008-2009 xlii-45, xlii-45e, x3-45 motor homes and h3-41, h3-45, and vip motor coaches. Due to improper installation of the escape hatch retaining bolts, these bolts can break.

Risk

If the bolts break, the escape hatch can fall down on to the roadway, increasing the risk of property damage or a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will provide parts and installation instructions to the owners of the affected vehicles. The recall began on october 21, 2008. Owners may contact prevost at 1‑418‑883‑3391.

Recall number 08V448000 · Recall details

What is wrong

On certain motor coaches equipped with zf/arens astronic shift selectors, a cell phone placed in the proximity of the shifter touch pad could cause the display to change from 'r' (reverse) to 'd' (drive) should the phone receive a call.

Risk

This interference can cause the transmission to not operate or cause improper shifting, as forward gear can be engaged from neutral only, if the vehicle has been stopped, and if the brake pedal has been depressed. If the malfunction occurs while 'r' (reverse) is being selected, the shifter may possibly change to 'd' (drive), increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will mail stickers and installation instructions to their owners and will also arrange to have the transmission software upgraded. The recall began on february 13, 2008. Owners may contact prevost at 1‑418‑831‑5432.

Recall number 08V007000 · Recall details

What is wrong

On certain motor coaches equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.

Risk

This could cause delay or failure in applying the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost is working with bendix to repair these vehicles (please see 07e037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. The recall began on september 14, 2007. Owners may contact bendix at 1‑440‑329‑9000 or prevost at 1‑418‑831‑2046.

Recall number 07V371000 · Recall details

What is wrong

On certain motor coaches equipped with bendix sr-7 brake valves, the check valve inside the valve cavity may not properly set, causing internal air leakage. If the check valve does not properly seat, the resulting leakage can cause a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.

Risk

The delayed parking brake application can occur without warning, leading to unintended vehicle rollaway increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the valves and replace it free of charge. The recall began on october 5, 2006. Owners may contact prevost at 418‑831‑2046.

Recall number 06V243000 · Recall details

What is wrong

On certain multiplex motor coaches, the wiper motor thermal protection is stopping the motor when the wipers are functioning for a long time in second speed.

Risk

Depending on the occurrence and weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install a new wiper harness and a new multiplex program will be downloaded in all coaches. The recall began on november 23, 2005. Owners may contact prevost at 1‑418‑831‑2046.

Recall number 05V516000 · Recall details

What is wrong

On certain buses built on prevost chassis and equipped with vehicle systems' aqua-hot and hydro-hot water heaters, which use webasto burner tubes, the burner tubes do not meet specifications and could fail prematurely.

Risk

The surface temperature of the exhaust tube exiting from the heater can increase and could potentially ignite combustible materials in or around the vehicle.

Remedy

Vehicle systems is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owners may contact vehicle systems at 1‑800‑685‑4298 or american carriage at 1‑800‑631‑0951.

Recall number 05V231000 · Recall details

What is wrong

On certain motor coaches and motor homes, the power steering hose can rub in the engine compartment and in the spare tire compartment which will cause a power steering hose break down.

Risk

Loss of steering control can cause a vehicle crash without prior notice.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the hoses and replace them if there is evidence of wear free of charge. The recall began on march 30, 2005. Owners may contact prevost at 418‑831‑5432.

Recall number 05V107000 · Recall details

What is wrong

On certain motor coaches and motor homes, cracks were found in the material used to make suspension radius rod pins.

Risk

Broken rod pins can cause a loss of control of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect all parts and, if necessary, replace the rod pins. The recall is expected to begin during september 2004. Customers may also contact prevost at 1‑418‑831‑5432.

Recall number 04V432000 · Recall details

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

What is wrong

On certain coaches and bus shells equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries, the weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.

Risk

If the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace these pedals. Owner notification began december 20, 2001. 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 02V004001 · Recall details

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

What is wrong

Vehicle description: transit coaches. The reinforcement brackets were not welded on the tag axle.

Risk

This condition could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will weld the brackets on the tab axle.

Recall number 00V389000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Vehicle description: transit coaches. Some coolant heaters may have been provided without a combustion chamber (burner tube). A flame will be noticed exiting the exhaust pipe at the bottom of the unit.

Risk

Damage to the heater and the vehicle in which it is installed is possible if a coolant heater is missing a combustion chamber.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the coolant heater for a combustion chamber. If a chamber is missing, one will be added.

Recall number 00V342000 · Recall details

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

What is wrong

Vehicle description: transit coaches. If a front collision should happen, the emergency exit window would unlock if the window stops strike the locking levers and break them, due to a relative displacement between these parts.

Risk

A vehicle occupant could be injured.

Remedy

Dealers will cut the top of the stop.

Recall number 99V284000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Vehicle description: transit buses and bus shells. Some brake line hoses may have been manufactured using heater hose material instead of brake line hose material. Heater hoses are not appropriate for use as brake lines because the operating pressure of the braking system is much higher than that of the heating system.

Risk

This could result in sudden brake line failure.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the heater hoses with correct brake line hoses.

Recall number 99V092000 · Recall details

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

What is wrong

Vehicle description: transit coaches. The alternator and battery cables were not properly installed.

Risk

This condition can cause the nuts to loosen over a period of time causing a short circuit and possible fire hazard.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect, remove and re-install the alternator and battery cables.

Recall number 98V172000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Vehicle description: transit buses with drive axle equipped with drum brakes only. The design of the differential cross-member reinforcement can crack under certain applications.

Risk

This condition could reduce the steering capability making it difficult for the driver to do accurate turns.

Remedy

Dealers will install two other reinforcements to solidify the cross-member assembly.

Recall number 98V024000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Vehicle description: transit buses. The emergency exit windows have been built without the locking mechanism of the upper hinge.

Risk

The windows can separate from the vehicle when opened to an approximately 90 degree angle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or personal injury.

Remedy

Dealers will install stopper blocks so the windows can not be opened to a 90 degree angle.

Recall number 97V102000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Vehicle description: transit buses. The rear suspension forward radius rod support needs reinforcement and the radius rod retaining bolts could become loose.

Risk

If the rod supports fractured, separation could occur increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Dealers will add additional reinforcement plates and check the bolts for tightness, and, if necessary, retighten these bolts.

Recall number 97V100000 · Recall details

What is wrong

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is not in compliance with part 565, "vehicle identification number - content requirements."

Risk

An incorrect VIN can cause problems when the vehicle is being registered.

Remedy

Prevost will supply a "corrected" certification of origin for these vehicles.

Recall number 97V032000 · Recall details

What is wrong

Vehicle description: buses equipped with isringhausen seats in the driver position. Two welds located on the back rest adjustment side of the seat frame did not meet the manufacturer's specifications.

Risk

If these welds were not to specification, back rest loads could cause the welds to fail. The back rest would disengage from the seat frame allowing loss of support to the driver's torso and possibly causing loss of control of the vehicle.

Remedy

Isringhausen is conducting the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Dealers will inspect these seats and replace the seat frame assembly.

Recall number 96V178007 · Recall details

What is wrong

The ground studs in the engine and battery compartments do not offer adequate electrical conductivity.

Risk

An electrical short could cause a fire in the engine compartment.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the ground studs and replace them to ensure that the electrical system operates within the required specifications.

Recall number 96V222000 · Recall details

What is wrong

The positive wire connected to post #1 on the starter solenoid could contact the ground wire on the solenoid (post #2) and create a short circuit.

Risk

This condition can cause a short circuit and result in a possible fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the cables changing the cable position.

Recall number 96V127000 · Recall details

What is wrong

The parking brake button can be hit accidently allowing the parking brake to release.

Risk

Unintended operation of the parking brake button can allow the bus to roll freely causing a potential for a vehicle accident.

Remedy

Dealers will install a protector over the parking brake button in order to prevent accidental release of the parking brakes.

Recall number 95V016000 · Recall details