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Prevost H3-45 Recall 17V102: Steering Arm Can Crack, Causing Possible Loss of Steering

NHTSA campaign 17V102, reported February 15, 2017, 103 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain steering arm levers in these motor coaches were incorrectly forged, so they may crack and fail. If a steering arm lever fails and steering is lost, the risk of a crash increases.

Prevost will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the steering arm lever free of charge. Owners can also contact Prevost customer service at 1-877-773-8678. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your coach is included.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V102Prevost Cars, Inc.
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:ARM:IDLER AND ATTACHMENT
Problem
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2017 H3-45 and X3-45 motor coaches. These vehicles have steering arm levers that were incorrectly forged, possibly resulting in the steering arm levers cracking and failing.
Risk
If the steering arm lever fails, causing a loss of steering, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering arm lever, free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2017. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-877-773-8678. Prevost's number for this recall is SR17-05.
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 H3-452017
Prevost X3-452017