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Prevost X3-45 Commuter Recall 22V179: Loose Cable Can Overheat and Cause Fire

NHTSA campaign 22V179, reported March 24, 2022, 140 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A nut on the rear junction box of certain commuter coach buses may have been improperly tightened during assembly. Over time, this can allow a cable to loosen, and a loose junction box cable may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.

The manufacturer will properly tighten the cables on the rear junction box at no cost to you. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 20, 2022. If you have questions, you can contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046.

If you own this vehicle, check your VIN for open recalls and schedule the free repair at an authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 22V179Prevost Car (US) Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2021-2022 X3-45 Com coach buses. A nut located on the rear junction box may have been improperly tightened, causing a cable to loosen.
Risk
A loose junction box cable may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Prevost will properly tighten the cables on the rear junction box, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on May 20, 2022. Owners may contact Prevost's customer service at 1-866-870-2046.
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.

Affected vehicles

Prevost X3-45 Commuter20212022