Recall 18V928000: 2007–2014 Prevost X3-45, 2005–2006 Prevost XLII-45
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 21, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 676
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Prevost Cars, Inc (Prevost) is recalling certain 2000 XL-45 buses, 2000-2006 XL2-45 buses and 2007-2014 X3-45 buses. The draglink tube turnbuckle may fracture causing a loss of steering.
The risk
A complete loss of steering would increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Prevost has notified owners, and dealers will replace the draglink, free of charge. Prevost issued an interim notification to owners on February 13, 2019. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR19-04.
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
- 2007 Prevost X3-45
- 2008 Prevost X3-45
- 2009 Prevost X3-45
- 2010 Prevost X3-45
- 2011 Prevost X3-45
- 2012 Prevost X3-45
- 2013 Prevost X3-45
- 2014 Prevost X3-45
- 2005 Prevost XLII-45
- 2006 Prevost XLII-45
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V928000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SR19-04
- Manufacturer
- Prevost Cars, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jun 3, 2019
- Components
- Steering:linkages:drag:link:connection (Steering)
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