1996-1997 Prevost H3-41, Prevost H3-45 and others recall: seats

Prevost Car, Incorporated reported this safety recall on December 27, 1996. It covers about 478 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 478
reported: Dec 27, 1996

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

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 96V178007

Is there a recall on the 1996-1997 Prevost H3-41, Prevost H3-45 and others seats?

Yes. Recall 96V178007, reported on December 27, 1996, covers about 478 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 96V178007?

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

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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