CarRecallWatch- Component
- PARKING BRAKE
- Problem
- Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2021 X3 Commuter Coach buses. The parking brake emergency release valve may be the incorrect type, which can result in the permanent release of the parking brake.
- Risk
- A released parking brake that cannot be re-engaged may cause the vehicle to roll-away, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Prevost will provide a service document describing the inspection method used and the remedy applied when needed for the parking brake emergency release valve replacement, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact Prevost's customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR21-307.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Some buses have a parking brake emergency release valve that may be the wrong type. This can cause the parking brake to release permanently and be unable to be re-engaged. A vehicle with a released parking brake can roll away, which raises the risk of a crash.
If you own an affected bus, the manufacturer will provide a service document describing the inspection method and any remedy applied, including replacement of the parking brake emergency release valve when needed. The repair is free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021.
Check whether your vehicle is included by contacting Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046, referencing recall number SR21-307. You can also check your VIN for open recalls and schedule the free repair at an authorized dealer.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Prevost X3-45 Commuter | 2021 |
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