2008-2010 Prevost H3-45, Prevost X3-45 and others recall: equipment

Prevost Cars, Inc. reported this safety recall on July 2, 2012. It covers about 98 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 98
reported: Jul 2, 2012
owners notified: Jul 19, 2012

Equipment

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 12V309000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2010 Prevost H3-45, Prevost X3-45 and others equipment?

Yes. Recall 12V309000, reported on July 2, 2012, covers about 98 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 12V309000?

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.

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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