Electrical systemRecall 12V-511 · Prevost vehicles
PREVOST CARS, INC. recall 12V-511 covers 91 Prevost vehicles for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on October 18, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V511000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 X3-45 and XLII-45 coach buses, manufactured between November 15, 2011, and August 14, 2012. The power cables may rub against sharp edges in both the rear junction box and the condenser compartment, resulting in a short-circuit.
The risk
If the power cables short-circuit, a vehicle fire may result.
The fix
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will re-route and repair the affected power cables, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 14, 2012. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888 x 6558.
Prevost's campaign recall number is SR12-39. 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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from November 15, 2011 to August 14, 2012. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.