6 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION
Posted on: 2000-11-29
Description
Vehicle description: transit coaches. The reinforcement brackets were not welded on the tag axle.
Consequence
This condition could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will weld the brackets on the tab axle.
Notes
Owner notification began november 21, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-831-2046.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
Posted on: 1998-07-31
Description
Vehicle description: transit coaches. The alternator and battery cables were not properly installed.
Consequence
This condition can cause the nuts to loosen over a period of time causing a short circuit and possible fire hazard.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect, remove and re-install the alternator and battery cables.
Notes
Owner notification began september 22, 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Posted on: 1997-06-20
Description
Vehicle description: transit buses. The rear suspension forward radius rod support needs reinforcement and the radius rod retaining bolts could become loose.
Consequence
If the rod supports fractured, separation could occur increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will add additional reinforcement plates and check the bolts for tightness, and, if necessary, retighten these bolts.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification began may 16, 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #4 - SUSPENSION:FRONT
Posted on: 1998-02-25
Description
Vehicle description: transit buses with drive axle equipped with drum brakes only. The design of the differential cross-member reinforcement can crack under certain applications.
Consequence
This condition could reduce the steering capability making it difficult for the driver to do accurate turns.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install two other reinforcements to solidify the cross-member assembly.
Notes
Owner notification began december 10, 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #5 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 1995-09-28
Description
Air system blockage in the air dryer occurs degrading the moisture removing capabilities of the dryer when the vehicle is operated in a cold environment and moisture accumulates and freezes in the air dryer or in the line between the dryer and the air system reservoir. The air dryer can become overpressurized causing the air dryer cartridge to separate from the mounting base.
Consequence
If the air dryer separates from the base, the cartridge can separate sufficiently enough to cause personal injury or property damage.
Corrective Action
Dealers will equip air systems with a pressure relief valve to be located between the compressor and the air dryer. This pressure relief valve is intended to vent if excessive pressure develops in the air dryer.
Notes
System: brakes; air dryer.vehicle description: transit buses equipped with rockwell wabco system saver1000 air dryer.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #6 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Posted on: 1996-07-10
Description
The positive wire connected to post #1 on the starter solenoid could contact the ground wire on the solenoid (post #2) and create a short circuit.
Consequence
This condition can cause a short circuit and result in a possible fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the cables changing the cable position.
Notes
System: electrical; ignition. Vehicle description: transit buses. Owner notification: owner notification began in june 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.