Recalls for 2009 Prevost Xlii-45e

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS

Posted on: 2008-11-25
Description
Prevost is recalling 395 my 2007-2009 mth xl2-45, mth xl2-45e, and x3-45 motor homes and motor coaches.  On some vehicles, the power steering hose protective skin has been damaged at assembly, leaving the metal braiding exposed to the environment.

Consequence
Over time, the metallic braiding may rust up to a point where the hose will give up under pressure.  This could result in a loss of control increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will repair the power steering hose assembly.  The recall is expected to begin during november 2008.  Owners may contact prevost at 1-418-831-5432.

Notes
Prevost recall no.  Sr08-22.customers may 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 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2012-07-02
Description
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 h3-45, model year 2009-2010 x3-45, and model year 2009 mth xlii-45e vehicles, all equipped with volvo d13 engines and an automatic fire detection and suppression system (afss).  The afss linear thermal detector may come in contact or rub against brackets or clamps.  

Consequence
If this occurs, the afss may activate with no fire present and the stop engine feature will be activated, bringing the vehicle to an unplanned stop, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners and dealers will inspect and secure the linear thermal detector, free of charge.  The safety recall began in july 2012.  Owners may contact prevost car inc., service department toll-free at 1-866-870-2046 or 1-418-831-2046.  

Notes
The prevost recall campaign number is sr12-20.customers may 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