Prevost XL recalls
There are 8 safety recalls on record for the Prevost XL, covering 7,114 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Prevost XL recalls by model year
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All recalls
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
- What is wrong
- Marathon Coach, Inc. (Marathon) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 Marathon Conversions Prevost XL, and H3 motorcoaches equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
- Risk
- Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Marathon will notify owners, and Marathon service centers will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2014. Owners may contact Marathon at 1‑352‑588‑4500.
Recall number 14V041000 · Recall details
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
- 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: linkages
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motor homes equipped with front independent suspension. One of the structural members can crack. This member supports the left idler arm and bell crank.
- Risk
- This condition could reduce the steering capability increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install two bolted and welded brackets.
Recall number 98V025000 · Recall details
Equipment: other: labels
- 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
Seats
- 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
Electrical system: ignition
- 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
Parking brake: conventional
- 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
Structure: body: door
- What is wrong
- If a passenger tries to exit the lavatory compartment by pushing with his back against the lavatory window and his legs against the lavatory door, the window can separate.
- Risk
- If the window separates, the occupant can fall through the window and suffer severe and/or extreme injuries.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a rail in the lavatory compartment window so that lavatory occupants can press against the rail rather than the window, and to help the passenger to keep balance while the vehicle is moving.
Recall number 95V013000 · Recall details
Questions about the Prevost XL recalls
How do I check if my Prevost XL 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 XL have?
8, covering electrical system, steering and equipment.
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