Prevost Le Mirage Xl 1991

Model Le Mirage Xl made in 1991 by Prevost got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, parking brake.

Model 1991

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
93V182000PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 08/01/1990 to 05/01/1993V (Vehicle)57711/05/1993ODIPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED11/08/199311/16/1993
Defect SummaryThe cb-49 circuit breaker trips under normal load conditions because the electrical load applied is close to the breaker rating and the temperature in the engine compartment affects the precision of the breaker. the tripped breaker results in loss of stoplight operation.
Consequence SummaryWithout stoplight operation, there is no warning totraffic that the vehicle is slowing or stopping, which may result in anaccident.
Corrective SummaryA circuit breaker modification will be performed using a different circuit breaker which is more resistant to heat.
NotesSystem: lighting; fuse; brake lights.vehicle description: coaches and motorcoaches.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safetyhotline at 1-800-424-9393.
PARKING BRAKE - CONVENTIONAL
95V016000PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDfrom 12/01/1967 to 12/01/1994V (Vehicle)207501/23/1995MFRPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED01/03/199502/06/1995
Defect SummaryThe parking brake button can be hit accidently allowing the parking brake to release.
Consequence SummaryUnintended operation of the parking brake button can allow the bus to roll freely causing a potential for a vehicle accident.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install a protector over the parking brake button in order to prevent accidental release of the parking brakes.
NotesSystem: emergency parking brake; mechanical.vehicle description: transit buses.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.