Prevost Astral Xl 1986

Model Astral Xl made in 1986 by Prevost got 4 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, parking brake and structure.

Astral xl year 1986

Recalls

Model 1986

Recalls

Campaign	Manufacturer	Manufacturing date	Type	# of units affected	Date Owner notified Mfg	Recall Initiated by	Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products	Report Recieved Date	Record Creation Date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
91V111000	PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED	from 09/01/1983 to 04/01/1991	V (Vehicle)	1319	06/18/1991	MFR	PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED	06/25/1991	07/01/1991
Defect Summary	Inappropriate installation, tightening of the terminal nut, or inadequate electrical cable routing allows the terminal ring to move, causing the cable to rub against metallic component and wear through the insulation or cause the ring terminal to break, causing the cable to fall. consequence of defect: chafing of the electrical cable insulation or the breakage of the ring terminal can cause an electrical short which may result in a fire.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	Reinstall electrical cabling to avoid these hazards.
Notes	System: electrical cables.vehicle description: buses.
PARKING BRAKE - CONVENTIONAL
95V016000	PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED	from 12/01/1967 to 12/01/1994	V (Vehicle)	2075	01/23/1995	MFR	PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED	01/03/1995	02/06/1995
Defect Summary	The parking brake button can be hit accidently allowing the parking brake to release.
Consequence Summary	Unintended operation of the parking brake button can allow the bus to roll freely causing a potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective Summary	Dealers will install a protector over the parking brake button in order to prevent accidental release of the parking brakes.
Notes	System: emergency parking brake; mechanical.vehicle description: transit buses.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR
95V013000	PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED	from 12/01/1967 to 06/01/1991	V (Vehicle)	1090	01/23/1995	MFR	PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED	01/03/1995	02/03/1995
Defect Summary	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.
Consequence Summary	If the window separates, the occupant can fall through the window and suffer severe and/or extreme injuries.
Corrective Summary	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.
Notes	System: structure; door assembly.vehicle description: transit buses.note:if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
SUSPENSION - FRONT
86V168000	PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED	from 02/01/1984 to 12/01/1986	V (Vehicle)	419	12/08/1986	MFR	PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED	12/17/1986	01/02/1987
Defect Summary	Under certain vehicle load or road conditions, part of the front structure, where it is attached to the front suspension panhard rod, may break. consequence of defect: operation of the vehicle would be hazardous.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	Reinforce panhard rod attachment above the front axle.
Notes	System: front suspension. vehicle description: coaches and bus shells.