Recall 13V532000: 2009 Prevost H3-41, 2009–2010 Prevost H3-45, 2008 Prevost H3 VIP +2 more
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 29, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 81
- Models
- 5
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 H3-45 and model year 2009 H3-41, X3-45, XLII Converted Coach Shells and XLII-45 Entertainer Converted coach and model year 2008 H3-VIP coach shells. The mechanical springs used to return the accelerator pedal to idle after the driver lifts their foot off the pedal may break.
The risk
If the springs break, the pedal may not return to idle once the driver lifts their foot off the pedal. This unintended acceleration increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accelerator pedals, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888. Prevost's recall number is SR13-72.
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
- 2009 Prevost H3-41
- 2009 Prevost H3-45
- 2010 Prevost H3-45
- 2008 Prevost H3 VIP
- 2009 Prevost X3-45
- 2009 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V532000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SR13-72
- Manufacturer
- Prevost Cars, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Dec 17, 2013
- Components
- Vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal (Acceleration & Cruise Control)
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