Prevost Xlii-40mth 2001
Model Xlii-40mth made in 2001 by Prevost got 4 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic and visibility. Technical service bulletines regarding power train. There was one recall concerning steering .
Model 2001
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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING - COLUMN | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V090000 | PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED | from 06/23/1999 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 | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 990730030 | 12/01/1999 | 575113 | 6089996 | Some vehicles equipped with hydra-matic 3t40, 4t60 or 4t60-e transxales may comment on a grinding and / or growling noise that is noticeable when in park on incline. *tt | 03/01/2000 |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 12/04/2002 | |||
| Consumer states that engine cradle bolts broke while driving, rendering vehicle undriveable. dealer diagnosed the engine cradle bolts were rusted. ts | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 07/27/1999 | 2 | 12/07/1992 | |
| Antilock brakes fail by engaging on normal dry conditions, not allowing the car to stop in normal and expected distances. nlm | |||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD | |||
| 03/13/2001 | 2 | ||
| The glass for the passenger's side window came off track. | |||