Recalls for 2006 Prevost X3-45

DEFECT #1 - PARKING BRAKE

Posted on: 2007-08-20
Description
On certain motor coaches equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.  

Consequence
This could cause delay or failure in applying the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Prevost is working with bendix to repair these vehicles (please see 07e037).  Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge.  The recall began on september 14, 2007.  Owners may contact bendix at 1-440-329-9000 or prevost at 1-418-831-2046.

Notes
Prevost recall no.  Sr07-11.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES

Posted on: 2015-06-05
Description
Prevost cars, inc.  (prevost) is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 x3-45 coaches manufactured january 11, 2006, to april 12, 2010.  The affected vehicles have booster stud connections that may rust.  As they rust, the stud may weaken and break, allowing the power cable to ground against the vehicle frame.

Consequence
If the power cable electrically shorts against the frame, there would be an increased risk of a fire.

Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective box over the connection to prevent the power cable from contacting the frame if it comes loose.  Any cable that is corroded will be replaced, free of charge.  The recall began on july 24, 2015.  Owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-800-463-7738.  Prevost's number for this recall is sr15-27.

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.safercar.gov.