CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Problem
- Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2016 X3-45 VIP, H3-45 VIP, and H3-45 coaches manufactured June 17, 2015 to August 14, 2015. Studs that attach the independent front suspension to the vehicle frame may fail and allow a front wheel to turn unexpectedly.
- Risk
- A wheel that turns unexpectedly may cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected studs, free of charge. The recall began on November 24, 2015. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR15-52.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2016 Prevost H3-45, H3-45 VIP, and X3-45 VIP coaches, built between June 17, 2015 and August 14, 2015, may have front suspension studs that attach the independent front suspension to the vehicle frame. These studs can fail, allowing a front wheel to turn unexpectedly.
A wheel that turns on its own can cause a loss of vehicle control and increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their coach checked promptly.
Prevost will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the affected studs free of charge. Owners can contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Prevost H3-45 | 2016 |
|---|---|
| Prevost H3-45 VIP | 2016 |
| Prevost X3-45 VIP | 2016 |