Prevost H3-45 2013

Model H3-45 made in 2013 by Prevost got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, steering.

Model 2013

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
13V021000Prevost Cars, Inc.from 09/25/2012 to 11/29/2012V (Vehicle)23MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED01/22/201301/24/2013108
Defect SummaryPrevost is recalling certain model year 2013 x3-45, h3-45, and xlii-45 entertainer coach buses and coach bus shells manufactured september 25, 2012, through november 29, 2012 for failing to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. the buses may have missing side reflectors.
Consequence SummaryThe absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the bus, increasing the risk that another vehicle may crash into the bus.
Corrective SummaryPrevost will notify owners, and dealers will add side reflectors, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during february 2013. owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-2888 x 6558.
NotesPrevost's campaign recall number is sr13-05.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.
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.