Recalls for 2018 Prevost X3-45 Vip Entertainer

DEFECT #1 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2017-11-22
Description
Prevost cars, inc.  (prevost) is recalling certain 2009-2018 h3-41, h3-45, h3-45 vip, x3-45, x3-45 vip, and x3-45 vip entertainer vehicles, equipped with certain kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers.  These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners, and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  Prevost issued an interim notification to owners on february 13, 2018.  Owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046, or kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540 or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.  Prevost's number for this recall is sr17-31.

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:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 2017-10-05
Description
Prevost cars, inc.  (prevost) is recalling certain 2008-2018 h3-41, h3-45, h3-45 vip, x3-45, x3-45 vip, x3-45 vip entertainer, and xl2 motor coaches.  The fuel tank cradle supports may have gaps at the points where the cradle connects to the coach frame, which can allow the attachment bolts to loosen and fail causing the fuel tank to fall from the vehicle.

Consequence
If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, it could be a road hazard and the vehicle would stall.  Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will correct the fuel tank cradle mounting, free of charge.  The recall began on december 4, 2017.  Owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046.  Prevost's number for this recall is sr17-28.

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 #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 2017-10-05
Description
Prevost cars, inc.  (prevost) is recalling certain 2008-2018 h3-41, h3-45, h3-45 vip, x3-45, x3-45 vip, x3-45 vip entertainer, and xl2 motor coaches.  The fuel tank cradle supports may have gaps at the points where the cradle connects to the coach frame, which can allow the attachment bolts to loosen and fail causing the fuel tank to fall from the vehicle.

Consequence
If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, it could be a road hazard and the vehicle would stall.  Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will correct the fuel tank cradle mounting, free of charge.  The recall began on december 4, 2017.  Owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046.  Prevost's number for this recall is sr17-28.

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 #4 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 2017-10-05
Description
Prevost cars, inc.  (prevost) is recalling certain 2008-2018 h3-41, h3-45, h3-45 vip, x3-45, x3-45 vip, x3-45 vip entertainer, and xl2 motor coaches.  The fuel tank cradle supports may have gaps at the points where the cradle connects to the coach frame, which can allow the attachment bolts to loosen and fail causing the fuel tank to fall from the vehicle.

Consequence
If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, it could be a road hazard and the vehicle would stall.  Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will correct the fuel tank cradle mounting, free of charge.  The recall began on december 4, 2017.  Owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046.  Prevost's number for this recall is sr17-28.

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 #5 - EQUIPMENT

Posted on: 2019-02-26
Description
Prevost cars, inc is recalling certain 2015-2018 x3-45 vip, x3-45 vip entertainer, x3-45 passenger, h3-45 vip, and h3-45 passenger coaches and motorhomes equipped with specific fire suppression systems.  The actuator of the fire extinguisher system may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent.

Consequence
If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Corrective Action
Prevost cars will notify owners, and the fire suppression system manufacturer will inspect the systems, replacing them as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began april 15, 2019.  Owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046.  Prevost's number for this recall is sr19-03.

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.