Prevost H3-45 2003
Model H3-45 made in 2003 by Prevost got 1 investigation there are 3 recalls as well as 5 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and power train. The car had one investigation (steering). There were some recalls concerningequipment, steering.
Model 2003
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 | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| EQUIPMENT - RECREATIONAL VEHICLE - LPG WATER HEATER | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V231000 | AMERICAN CARRIAGE INC. | V (Vehicle) | 7 | ODI | AMERICAN CARRIAGE INC. | 05/20/2005 | 05/20/2005 | |||||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain buses built on prevost chassis and equipped with vehicle systems' aqua-hot and hydro-hot water heaters, which use webasto burner tubes, the burner tubes do not meet specifications and could fail prematurely. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The surface temperature of the exhaust tube exiting from the heater can increase and could potentially ignite combustible materials in or around the vehicle. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Vehicle systems is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. owners may contact vehicle systems at 1-800-685-4298 or american carriage at 1-800-631-0951. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - COLUMN | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V090000 | PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED | from 12/04/1997 to 02/27/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 3572 | 03/18/2003 | MFR | PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED | 03/07/2003 | 03/18/2003 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On 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 Summary | In such a case, a loss of steering would occur. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Prevost recall no. sr03-06.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V107000 | PREVOST CARS, INC. | V (Vehicle) | 943 | 03/30/2005 | ODI | PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED | 03/23/2005 | 03/23/2005 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | On 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 Summary | Loss of steering control can cause a vehicle crash without prior notice. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Prevost 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. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 0311 | 07/01/2003 | 10005607 | Elimination of connector c530, c531 & c532 from the interior fluorescent lighting and reading lights fuse holder. this includes model year 2004 models. *tt | 03/05/2004 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 0404 | 04/01/2004 | 10011987 | Replacement of hoses and clamps and verification of minimum clearance on the charge air cooler (cac) system. prevost warranty bulletin. various prevost 2004 models. *tt | 02/08/2005 | |
| POWER TRAIN | |||||
| 0416 | 12/01/2004 | 10012075 | Modification of speed sensor connectors on allison world transmission. prevost. *tt | 02/10/2005 | |
| STEERING | |||||
| 0410 | 12/01/2004 | 10012074 | Inspection & replacement of power steering pressure hose. prevost. *tt | 02/10/2005 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - WHEEL BEARING | |||||
| MI07-04 | 03/01/2007 | 10043748 | Prevost: 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. *js | 04/25/2012 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS | ||||||
| PE05012 | PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED | 02/28/2005 | 04/14/2005 | POWER STEERING HOSE LEAKAGE | 05V107000 | |
| 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. | ||||||