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Prevost X3-45 Recall 12V511: Electrical System

NHTSA campaign 12V511, reported October 18, 2012, 91 vehicles potentially affected.

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Official recall notice

Safety recall 12V511PREVOST CARS, INC.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 X3-45 and XLII-45 coach buses, manufactured between November 15, 2011, and August 14, 2012. The power cables may rub against sharp edges in both the rear junction box and the condenser compartment, resulting in a short-circuit.
Risk
If the power cables short-circuit, a vehicle fire may result.
Remedy
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will re-route and repair the affected power cables, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2012. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888 x 6558.
Notes
Prevost's campaign recall number is SR12-39. 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

Prevost X3-4520122013
Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer20122013