2012 Prevost VIP 45, Prevost X3-45 and others recall: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

Prevost Cars, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 28, 2012. It covers about 52 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 52
reported: Jun 28, 2012
owners notified: Aug 3, 2012

Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)

What is wrong: Prevost is recalling certain model year 2012 vip45, x3-45, and xlii vehicles. The steering gearbox bolts may be too long to have been sufficiently torqued.
Risk: Over time, the steering gearbox bolts may start to loosen, leading to reduced steering function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Prevost will notify owners and dealers will replace the bolts, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2012. Owners may contact prevost car inc., service department toll-free at 1‑866‑870‑2046 or 1‑418‑831‑2046.

Recall number 12V300000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V300000

Is there a recall on the 2012 Prevost VIP 45, Prevost X3-45 and others gear box (other than rack and pinion)?

Yes. Recall 12V300000, reported on June 28, 2012, covers about 52 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V300000?

Prevost will notify owners and dealers will replace the bolts, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2012. Owners may contact prevost car inc., service department toll-free at 1‑866‑870‑2046 or 1‑418‑831‑2046.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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