Prevost H3-40vip 1994

Model H3-40vip made in 1994 by Prevost got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningstructure, suspension.

Model 1994

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS
97V100000PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED V (Vehicle)124505/16/1997MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED06/12/199706/20/1997
Defect SummaryVehicle description: transit buses. the rear suspension forward radius rod support needs reinforcement and the radius rod retaining bolts could become loose.
Consequence SummaryIf the rod supports fractured, separation could occur increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will add additional reinforcement plates and check the bolts for tightness, and, if necessary, retighten these bolts.
NotesOwner notification:owner notification began may 16, 1997. 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 1-418-883-3391.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
SUSPENSION - FRONT
01V035000PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 12/01/1991 to 04/30/1994V (Vehicle)63702/16/2001MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED02/09/200102/12/2001
Defect SummaryVehicle description: coaches. the transversal radius rod attachment assembly could develop fatigue cracks and eventually fail.
Consequence SummaryThis condition can affect the handling of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will weld a reinforcement plate on the vertical member of the transversal radius rod attachment. owner notification began february 16, 2001. 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 418-831-5432.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).