Recalls for 1984 Prevost Lemirage Xl

DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Posted on: 1991-07-01
Description
Inappropriate installation, tightening of the terminal nut, or inadequate electrical cable routing allows the terminal ring to move, causing the cable to rub against metallic component and wear through the insulation or cause the ring terminal to break, causing the cable to fall.  Consequence of defect: chafing of the electrical cable insulation or the breakage of the ring terminal can cause an electrical short which may result in a fire.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Reinstall electrical cabling to avoid these hazards.

Notes
System: electrical cables.vehicle description: buses.

DEFECT #2 - SUSPENSION:FRONT

Posted on: 1987-01-02
Description
Under certain vehicle load or road conditions, part of the front structure, where it is attached to the front suspension panhard rod, may break.  Consequence of defect: operation of the vehicle would be hazardous.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Reinforce panhard rod attachment above the front axle.

Notes
System: front suspension.  Vehicle description: coaches and bus shells.

DEFECT #3 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

Posted on: 1984-05-08
Description
The safety tab used to release the roof emergency exit may break.  If the tab breaks, the emergency exit cannot be opened.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Replacement safety tabs and instructions, along with the notification letter, will be sent to owners.  Proper operation should be verified after safety tabs are replaced.  Owners will be reimbursed for one hour of labor.

Notes
Vehicle description: buses.system: structure; emergency roof exit.consequences of defect: in the event of an emergency a blocked emergency exitcould contribute to personal injury.

DEFECT #4 - SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 1984-11-14
Description
Auxiliary (tag) axle may develop cracks or break due to a manufacturing defect.

Consequence


Corrective Action
No corrective information was supplied by the manufacturer.

Notes
Vehicle description: buses.system: power train; auxiliary (tag) axle assembly.consequences of defect: the axle may break in its curved section which canresult in loss of vehicle control and an accident.