Prevost H3-45 2002

Model H3-45 made in 2002 by Prevost got 1 investigation there are 3 recalls as well as 3 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, steering and suspension. The car had one investigation (steering). There were some recalls concerningsteering, vehicle speed control.

Model 2002

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
STEERING - COLUMN
03V090000PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 12/04/1997 to 02/27/2003V (Vehicle)357203/18/2003MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED03/07/200303/18/2003
Defect SummaryOn certain motor coaches and motor homes, the steering columns may be missing the lower bolt and nut. a replacement bolt and nut was installed to correct this situation on the production line. if a replacement bolt has been used and not tightened properly, the column may come out of the input shaft when the steering column adjustment mechanism is used.
Consequence SummaryIn such a case, a loss of steering would occur.
Corrective SummaryDealers will verify the size of the bolt and nut and replace them if needed. owner notification began april 4, 2003. 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 1-418-831-5432.
NotesPrevost recall no. sr03-06.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
05V107000PREVOST CARS, INC. V (Vehicle)94303/30/2005ODIPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED03/23/200503/23/2005
Defect SummaryOn certain motor coaches and motor homes, the power steering hose can rub in the engine compartment and in the spare tire compartment which will cause a power steering hose break down.
Consequence SummaryLoss of steering control can cause a vehicle crash without prior notice.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect the hoses and replace them if there is evidence of wear free of charge. the recall began on march 30, 2005. owners may contact prevost at 418-831-5432.
NotesPrevost recall no. sr05-07.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL
02V004001PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 05/01/2001 to 10/31/2001V (Vehicle)19612/20/2001MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED01/11/200201/11/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain coaches and bus shells equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries, the weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.
Consequence SummaryIf the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace these pedals. owner notification began december 20, 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 1-418-831-5432.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
031107/01/200310005607Elimination of connector c530, c531 & c532 from the interior fluorescent lighting and reading lights fuse holder. this includes model year 2004 models. *tt03/05/2004
STEERING
041012/01/200410012074Inspection & replacement of power steering pressure hose. prevost. *tt02/10/2005
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

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
PE05012PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED02/28/200504/14/2005POWER STEERING HOSE LEAKAGE05V107000
 This investigation was opened as the result of odi'sreview of prevost service bulletin, wb04-10,issued in december 2004 and titled inspection and replacement of power steering pressure hose.