CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
- Problem
- Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2020 Prevost X3-45 VIP, X3-45 Passenger, H3-45 VIP, and H3-45 Passenger coach buses. The driveshaft clamp bolts may not be properly tightened.
- Risk
- The driveshaft connection may separate resulting in a loss of drive. Additionally, a section of the driveshaft may detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Prevost has notified owners, and will replace and properly tighten the driveshaft clamp bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR19-43.
- 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
Driveshaft clamp bolts on certain 2020 coach buses may not be properly tightened. If the clamp connection separates, the bus can lose drive power, and a section of the driveshaft may fall off onto the road, creating a hazard for other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer will replace and properly tighten the driveshaft clamp bolts at no cost to the owner. Owners with questions can contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Check your vehicle identification number for open recalls and schedule the free repair as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Prevost H3-45 | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Prevost H3-45 VIP | 2020 |
| Prevost X3-45 | 2020 |