7 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 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
Posted on: 1997-06-30
Description
Vehicle description: transit buses. The emergency exit windows have been built without the locking mechanism of the upper hinge.
Consequence
The windows can separate from the vehicle when opened to an approximately 90 degree angle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or personal injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install stopper blocks so the windows can not be opened to a 90 degree angle.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification began june 2, 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 #6 - SEATS
Posted on: 1997-04-09
Description
Vehicle description: buses equipped with isringhausen seats in the driver position. Two welds located on the back rest adjustment side of the seat frame did not meet the manufacturer's specifications.
Consequence
If these welds were not to specification, back rest loads could cause the welds to fail. The back rest would disengage from the seat frame allowing loss of support to the driver's torso and possibly causing loss of control of the vehicle.
Corrective Action
Isringhausen is conducting the owner notification and remedy campaign for this recall. Dealers will inspect these seats and replace the seat frame assembly.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification is being conducted by isringhausen and will begin during february 1997.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 or isringhausen at 616-968-5333, ext. 301. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
DEFECT #7 - 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.