Prevost H3-45 2011

Model H3-45 made in 2011 by Prevost got 3 recalls as well as 13 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningfuel system, other and steering.

Model 2011

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
11V135000PREVOST CARS, INC.from 10/01/2010 to 02/16/2011V (Vehicle)48MFRPREVOST CARS, INC.02/24/201103/01/2011
Defect SummaryPrevost is recalling certain model year 2010 h3-45, model year 2011 vip-45 and x3-45 motor coaches manufactured from october 2010 through february 2011. the welding on the fuel tank supports is insufficient and could leading to the metal supports contacting the ground.
Consequence SummaryShould the metal supports contacting the ground underneath the vehicle could result in an undercarriage fire.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect and add redesigned support breaks free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during march 2011. owners may contact prevost at 418-883-2888
NotesPrevost safety recall no. sr11-10.owners 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 - LINKAGES - LINK - DRAG - CONNECTION
13V055000Prevost Cars, Inc. V (Vehicle)6120MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED02/15/201302/20/2013
Defect SummaryPrevost is recalling certain model year 1993 thru 2013 model h3-40, h3-41, h3-45, and h3-45 vip prevost coaches manufactured from december 1993 through february 12, 2013. under certain conditions, the drag link collar position combined with an over torque of the collar retaining bolt may create a contact with the pitman arm.
Consequence SummaryThis contact may cause the turnbuckle to fracture without warning. if the drag link turnbuckle breaks while the vehicle is in use, stability and vehicle control may be lost, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryPrevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace any affected drag link, free of charge. the manufacturer has not provided a notification schedule. owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-2888.
NotesPrevost's recall campaign number is sr13-08.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL
12V303000PREVOST CARS, INC. V (Vehicle)400MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED06/26/201206/29/2012
Defect SummaryPrevost is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 h3-45 and model year 2009-2011 x3-45 coaches equipped with volvo d13 engines. the accelerator pedal throttle position sensor may be inoperative due to a permanent idle signal.
Consequence SummaryIf this occurs, the vehicle may stop responding to input from the accelerator pedal, and thus become stopped in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryPrevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal throttle sensor, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in july 2012. owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-2888.
NotesThe prevost recall campaign number is sr12-16. customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WB10-36A12/01/201010043985Prevost: reprogramming of i/o-a & i/o-b modules for implementation of the essential functions to operate the vehicle (basic limp-home functions). *kb05/04/2012
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
WB-12-1808/01/201210046499Prevost: power is not removed when unplugging fuse f45 to fire protection panel on driver's left console where modification of harness must be performed. models 2012-2013 h3-41, h3-45, x3-45, xlii-45 (coach, commuter & vip shell). *10/15/2012
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE
WB11-29A11/01/201110044052Prevost: volvo d13 engine us10 version: engine control module (ecm) and aftertreatment control module (acm) software updates. *kb05/09/2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
SP11-1203/01/201110044057Prevost: volvo d13 engine epa2010 - retightening of conical injector yoke screw. *kb05/09/2012
WB11-29A11/01/201110044052Prevost: volvo d13 engine us10 version: engine control module (ecm) and aftertreatment control module (acm) software updates. *kb05/09/2012
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
SB11-1906/01/201110044051Prevost: relocating the diesel exhaust fluid (def) hose and addition of insulation tubing inside the engine compartment. *kb05/09/2012
POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY
WB11-2105/01/201110043986Prevost: front axle longitudinal radius rod supports - inspection of dowel pins. *kb05/04/2012
(PWS)
SB-12-01-A01/01/201210044284Prevost: information is being provided regarding 2 procedure methods of pinning or replacing the double idler gear, on certain vehicles engine, that is necessary. *pe06/05/2012
STRUCTURE - BODY - DOOR
WB11-17A05/01/201110044064Prevost: jammed latch - radiator door and dpf access door. *kb05/09/2012
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SCI11-1103/01/2011WB11-11A10044003Prevost: kidde fire extinguisher control head replacement. *kb updated 5/9/2012. *kb05/04/2012
SCI11-1103/01/201110044003Prevost: kidde fire extinguisher control head replacement. *kb05/04/2012
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
WB11-2407/01/201110044054Prevost: replacing parts of upper windshield wiper driving mechanism. *kb05/09/2012
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR
WB11-2407/01/201110044054Prevost: replacing parts of upper windshield wiper driving mechanism. *kb05/09/2012