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2009 Prevost X3-45Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2009 Prevost X3-45. It is covered by 18 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-523 the manufacturer reports only 28% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 15, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2009 Prevost X3-45 has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
18 recalls
2009 Prevost X3-45 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair lift/ramp
Risk. An unstable wheelchair increases the risk of injury to lift occupants.
repaired · 2021 Q1
Link: connection
Risk. A complete loss of steering would increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q3
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, it could be a road hazard and the vehicle would stall.
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repaired · 2017 Q3
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. If the power cable electrically shorts against the frame, there would be an increased risk of a fire.
repaired · 2017 Q3
Fuel system, diesel
Risk. The fuel line rubbing may result in abrasion and a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Electrical system
Risk. Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
Risk. If the springs break, the pedal may not return to idle once the driver lifts their foot off the pedal.
repaired · 2016 Q3
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. A short may result in a vehicle fire.
no report yet
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
Risk. Uncontrollable throttle position may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. IF A SHORT-CIRCUIT OCCURS, THERE IS AN INCREASED RISK OF FIRE.
no report yet
Equipment
Risk. 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…
no report yet
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
Risk. IF THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE MAY STOP RESPONDING TO INPUT FROM THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, AND THUS BECOME STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
no report yet
Equipment adaptive/mobility
Risk. THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE WITHOUT THE RESTRAINT BELT PROPERLY BUCKLED.
no report yet
Linkages: tie rod assembly
Risk. THE TIE ROD END COULD BREAK AND CREATE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
no report yet
Hydraulic power assist: hose, piping, and connections
Risk. OVER TIME, THE METALLIC BRAIDING MAY RUST UP TO A POINT WHERE THE HOSE WILL GIVE UP UNDER PRESSURE.
no report yet
Seats
Risk. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, A SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
no report yet
Structure
Risk. IF THE BOLTS BREAK, THE ESCAPE HATCH CAN FALL DOWN ON TO THE ROADWAY, INCREASING THE RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE OR A CRASH.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Prevost.
Best & worst years
2009 vs. every other X3-45 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the X3-45 median. How we score
'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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