2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT
Posted on: 2014-03-07
Description
Prevost cars, inc. (prevost) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 xlii and x3 shell converted coaches manufactured with an automatic fire suppression system (afss) pressure tank in the engine compartment. In the affected vehicles, due to engine compartment temperatures, the afss pressure relief tank may discharge its fire extinguishing agent.
Consequence
If the afss tank discharges and there is a vehicle fire, the automatic fire suppression system will be unavailable to assist in extinguishing the vehicle fire, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the pressure relief tank, free of charge. The recall began on april 12, 2014. Owners may contract prevost at 1-877-773-8678. Prevost's number associated with this recall is sr14-16.
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.
DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Posted on: 2015-03-02
Description
Prevost cars, inc. (prevost) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 xlii, x3-45, h3-41, h3-45, and h3-45 vip vehicles manufactured july 5, 2007, to may 11, 2012. The affected vehicles may be missing a fuel line locating clip, allowing the fuel line to rub against the braided coolant hose.
Consequence
The fuel line rubbing may result in abrasion and a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasion, replacing it as necessary, and will properly secure the fuel line and coolant line, free of charge. The recall began on march 26, 2015. Owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-418-883-3391. Prevost's number for this recall is sr15-04.
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.