Prevost X3-45 2007
Model X3-45 made in 2007 by Prevost got 4 recalls as well as 8 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and equipment. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and equipment.
Model 2007
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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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES | ||||||||||||||||
| 12V315000 | PREVOST CARS, INC. | from 06/03/2005 to 05/08/2009 | V (Vehicle) | 428 | MFR | PREVOST CARS, INC. | 07/06/2012 | 07/06/2012 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Prevost is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 x3-45 coaches equipped with volvo d13 engines. the jump-start positive terminal block cable may be missing a protective sleeve, which may allow a short-circuit if it contacts other vehicle structures. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If a short-circuit occurs, there is an increased risk of fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cable and, as necessary, add protective tubing free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in july 2012. owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-2888. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | The prevost recall campaign number is sr12-24.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| EQUIPMENT | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V007000 | PREVOST CARS, INC. | from 03/20/2003 to 10/25/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 392 | 02/13/2008 | MFR | PREVOST CARS, INC. | 01/09/2008 | 01/09/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motor coaches equipped with zf/arens astronic shift selectors, a cell phone placed in the proximity of the shifter touch pad could cause the display to change from 'r' (reverse) to 'd' (drive) should the phone receive a call. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This interference can cause the transmission to not operate or cause improper shifting, as forward gear can be engaged from neutral only, if the vehicle has been stopped, and if the brake pedal has been depressed. if the malfunction occurs while 'r' (reverse) is being selected, the shifter may possibly change to 'd' (drive), increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Prevost will mail stickers and installation instructions to their owners and will also arrange to have the transmission software upgraded. the recall began on february 13, 2008. owners may contact prevost at 1-418-831-5432. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Prevost recall no. sr07-10.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. | |||||||||||||||
| PARKING BRAKE | ||||||||||||||||
| 07V371000 | PREVOST CARS, INC. | from 10/01/2005 to 06/30/2007 | V (Vehicle) | 686 | 09/14/2007 | MFR | PREVOST CARS, INC. | 08/20/2007 | 08/20/2007 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motor coaches equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could cause delay or failure in applying the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Prevost is working with bendix to repair these vehicles (please see 07e037). bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. the recall began on september 14, 2007. owners may contact bendix at 1-440-329-9000 or prevost at 1-418-831-2046. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Prevost recall no. sr07-11.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS | ||||||||||||||||
| 08V610000 | PREVOST CARS, INC. | from 10/13/2005 to 09/29/2008 | V (Vehicle) | 640 | 01/28/2009 | MFR | PREVOST CARS, INC. | 11/24/2008 | 11/25/2008 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Prevost is recalling 395 my 2007-2009 mth xl2-45, mth xl2-45e, and x3-45 motor homes and motor coaches. on some vehicles, the power steering hose protective skin has been damaged at assembly, leaving the metal braiding exposed to the environment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Over time, the metallic braiding may rust up to a point where the hose will give up under pressure. this could result in a loss of control increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will repair the power steering hose assembly. the recall is expected to begin during november 2008. owners may contact prevost at 1-418-831-5432. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Prevost recall no. sr08-22.customers may 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 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| WB08-02A | 04/01/2008 | 10043755 | Power window harness- removal of zener suppressor diodes. a faulty diode will cause the burning of the fuse protecting the circuit. also included model xlii-40, xlii-45 motorhomes & entertainer xlii-45. model years 2007-2008. model vip moto | 04/25/2012 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
| MI11-27 | 07/01/2011 | 10044000 | Prevost: 12 brushless condenser fan replacement. models include xlii mth, and h3vip mth. model years are 2008-2011. *kb | 05/04/2012 | |
| SEAT BELTS | |||||
| SCI09-28 | 02/01/2010 | 10044005 | Prevost: installing three-point passenger seat restraint system. the purpose of the following procedure is to facilitate the job and to help identify the difficult areas. also included models he-41 and he-45 coaches model years 1998-2008; m | 05/04/2012 | |
| STRUCTURE | |||||
| WB09-17A | 12/01/2009 | 10043746 | Prevost: inspection of weld beads on 85' super cargo door pantograph arm. if beads are missing could cause fatigue or cracking. models x3-45 coaches. model year 2007-2008. *js | 04/25/2012 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT | |||||
| 0701 | 05/01/2007 | 10022208 | Retaining ring installation onto front suspension sway bar. *kb | 07/23/2007 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - HUB | |||||
| MI08-04 | 08/01/2008 | 10043753 | Front and tag axle hub bearing and king pin periodic maintenance. bearings must be inspected at intervals of 30,000 miles (48 000km). king pins should be serviced every 6, 250 miles (10,000 km) or twice a year. also included model vip-45 mt | 04/25/2012 | |
| SUSPENSION - FRONT - KING PIN | |||||
| MI08-04 | 08/01/2008 | 10043753 | Front and tag axle hub bearing and king pin periodic maintenance. bearings must be inspected at intervals of 30,000 miles (48 000km). king pins should be serviced every 6, 250 miles (10,000 km) or twice a year. also included model vip-45 mt | 04/25/2012 | |
| VISIBILITY - POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS | |||||
| WB08-02A | 04/01/2008 | 10043755 | Power window harness- removal of zener suppressor diodes. a faulty diode will cause the burning of the fuse protecting the circuit. also included model xlii-40, xlii-45 motorhomes & entertainer xlii-45. model years 2007-2008. model vip moto | 04/25/2012 | |