Prevost H3-41 1997

Model H3-41 made in 1997 by Prevost got 8 recalls as well as 4 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and equipment.

Model 1997

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
96V222000PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 08/27/1996 to 09/16/1996V (Vehicle)2310/15/1996MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED11/04/199611/08/1996
Defect SummaryThe ground studs in the engine and battery compartments do not offer adequate electrical conductivity.
Consequence SummaryAn electrical short could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the ground studs and replace them to ensure that the electrical system operates within the required specifications.
NotesOwner notification:owner notification began october 15, 1996. note: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 1-800424-9393.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES
98V172000PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 05/01/1994 to 06/30/1998V (Vehicle)181409/22/1998MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED07/30/199807/31/1998
Defect SummaryVehicle description: transit coaches. the alternator and battery cables were not properly installed.
Consequence SummaryThis condition can cause the nuts to loosen over a period of time causing a short circuit and possible fire hazard.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect, remove and re-install the alternator and battery cables.
NotesOwner notification began september 22, 1998.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 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
EQUIPMENT - OTHER - LABELS
97V032000PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 08/01/1996 to 02/17/1997V (Vehicle)17002/17/1997MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED03/05/199703/20/1997565
Defect SummaryThe vehicle identification number (vin) is not in compliance with part 565, vehicle identification number - content requirements.
Consequence SummaryAn incorrect vin can cause problems when the vehicle is being registered.
Corrective SummaryPrevost will supply a corrected certification of origin for these vehicles.
NotesOwner notification:owner notification began february 17, 1997. notes:owners who do not receive the corrected certification free of charge 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.
SEATS
96V178007PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 01/01/1996 to 10/04/1996V (Vehicle)478MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED12/27/199604/09/1997
Defect SummaryVehicle 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.
Consequence SummaryIf 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.
Corrective SummaryIsringhausen is conducting the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. dealers will inspect these seats and replace the seat frame assembly.
NotesOwner notification:owner notification is being conducted by isringhausen and will begin during february 1997.note: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 or isringhausen at 616-968-5333, ext. 301. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
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
00V389000PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 01/01/1990 to 12/31/2000V (Vehicle)360011/21/2000ODIPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED11/21/200011/29/2000
Defect SummaryVehicle description: transit coaches. the reinforcement brackets were not welded on the tag axle.
Consequence SummaryThis condition could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will weld the brackets on the tab axle.
NotesOwner notification began november 21, 2000.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 1-418-831-2046.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
SUSPENSION - FRONT
98V024000PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 01/01/1994 to 12/31/1997V (Vehicle)105112/10/1997MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED02/10/199802/25/1998
Defect SummaryVehicle description: transit buses with drive axle equipped with drum brakes only. the design of the differential cross-member reinforcement can crack under certain applications.
Consequence SummaryThis condition could reduce the steering capability making it difficult for the driver to do accurate turns.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install two other reinforcements to solidify the cross-member assembly.
NotesOwner notification began december 10, 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 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD
97V102000PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 07/01/1996 to 05/30/1997V (Vehicle)57706/02/1997MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED06/19/199706/30/1997
Defect SummaryVehicle description: transit buses. the emergency exit windows have been built without the locking mechanism of the upper hinge.
Consequence SummaryThe windows can separate from the vehicle when opened to an approximately 90 degree angle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or personal injury.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install stopper blocks so the windows can not be opened to a 90 degree angle.
NotesOwner notification:owner notification began june 2, 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.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MI08-0606/01/200810043984Prevost: relocating the electrical system monitor and adding fuses to wires 12be and 24be. *kb05/04/2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
WB980706/01/1998603321Subjec on the use of thermostat to cancel all a/c module functions. *yc02/17/1999
STRUCTURE - BODY
MI980603/01/1998603320Replacement of plastic brackets located in rear baggage compartment. *yc02/17/1999
SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING
MI07-0403/01/200710043748Prevost: oil lubricated wheel hub bearings. for maximum performances and safety, ensuring that the wheel hubs are inspected daily and lubricated in regular intervals is of the utmost importance. *js04/25/2012