Prevost Vip recalls
There are 4 safety recalls on record for the Prevost Vip, covering 1,753 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Prevost Vip recalls by model year
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Structure
- 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
Suspension: front
- 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
Steering: linkages: drag: link: connection
- What is wrong
- Interference of the "drag link" with an adjusting screw of the left disc brake slack adjuster could occur when extreme suspension movement is combined with maximum steering angle.
- Risk
- The interference may affect steering control and can eventually cause failure of the steering drag link and/or damage to the brake slack adjuster . In either case, it may result in an accident.
- Remedy
- The drag link on all involved vehicles and the steering arm on certain vehicles will be replaced to eliminate the interference.
Recall number 94V001000 · Recall details
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- Battery cable may chafe against the battery rack damaging the cable's insulation which could result in an electrical short.
- Risk
- An electrical short circuit may result in a fire.
- Remedy
- A second cable support and retaining clip will be installed on the battery rack to prevent chafing of the battery cable insulation.
Recall number 93V200000 · Recall details
Questions about the Prevost Vip recalls
How do I check if my Prevost Vip has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Prevost Vip have?
4, covering structure, suspension and steering.
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