Recall 13V150000: 2006–2013 Prevost H3-45 VIP, 2012–2013 Prevost X3-45 VIP, 2006–2011 Prevost XLII-45 +1 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 19, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 655
- Models
- 4
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 X3-45 VIP, 2006-2013 H3-45 VIP, and 2006-2011 XLII-45 coach buses equipped with window part numbers: 790612, 790613, and 790614. These vehicles were manufactured between October 31, 2003, through April 10, 2013. On the vehicles involved, the decals explaining how to open the emergency windows does not contain a step required to open the window in case of an emergency. Specifically, the latch must be held down while the window is pushed outward to release the window; this is not stated on the decal.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the incorrect label may result in difficulty opening the emergency windows. This could increase the risk of personal injury.
The fix
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the emergency window decals, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on August 1, 2013. Owners were notified that the replacement decals are available on August 30, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888 x 6558. Prevost's campaign recall number is SR13-26.
Notes
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2006 Prevost H3-45 VIP
- 2007 Prevost H3-45 VIP
- 2008 Prevost H3-45 VIP
- 2009 Prevost H3-45 VIP
- 2010 Prevost H3-45 VIP
- 2011 Prevost H3-45 VIP
- 2012 Prevost H3-45 VIP
- 2013 Prevost H3-45 VIP
- 2012 Prevost X3-45 VIP
- 2013 Prevost X3-45 VIP
- 2006 Prevost XLII-45
- 2007 Prevost XLII-45
- 2008 Prevost XLII-45
- 2009 Prevost XLII-45
- 2010 Prevost XLII-45
- 2011 Prevost XLII-45
- 2006 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer
- 2007 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer
- 2008 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer
- 2009 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer
- 2010 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer
- 2011 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer
- 2012 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer
- 2013 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V150000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SR13-26
- Manufacturer
- Prevost Cars, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Aug 30, 2013
- Components
- Equipment:other:labels (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology