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Prevost X3-45 Recall 15V349: Corroded battery studs can short cables and cause fire

NHTSA campaign 15V349, reported June 5, 2015, 314 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

On certain 2006-2010 Prevost X3-45 coaches built between January 2006 and April 2010, the booster stud connections in the electrical system can rust. As the rust builds up, the stud can weaken and break, allowing the power cable to fall against the vehicle frame.

If the power cable shorts against the frame, the electrical fault can cause a fire. Owners should watch for signs of corrosion around the battery and booster connections and have the coach checked as soon as possible.

The repair is free at an authorized dealer. Dealers will install a protective box over the connection to keep the cable from touching the frame if it comes loose, and will replace any corroded cable at no charge. Owners can contact Prevost customer service at 1-800-463-7738 about recall SR15-27, and should check their VIN for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 15V349Prevost Cars, Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Problem
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 X3-45 coaches manufactured January 11, 2006, to April 12, 2010. The affected vehicles have booster stud connections that may rust. As they rust, the stud may weaken and break, allowing the power cable to ground against the vehicle frame.
Risk
If the power cable electrically shorts against the frame, there would be an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective box over the connection to prevent the power cable from contacting the frame if it comes loose. Any cable that is corroded will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2015. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-800-463-7738. Prevost's number for this recall is SR15-27.
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

Prevost X3-4520062007200820092010