Electrical systemRecall 14V-073 · 2008–2010 Prevost X3-45
Prevost Cars, Inc. recall 14V-073 covers 190 2008–2010 Prevost X3-45 for a electrical system problem, reported to NHTSA on February 24, 2014. The manufacturer's latest report (2016 Q3) shows 98% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 14V073000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Prevost Cars Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 X3-45 Coaches equipped with Sure Power-brand DC to DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
The risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2014. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888. Prevost's number for this recall is SR14-12.
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.
How fast cars are being fixed
98%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 8, 2008 to July 14, 2009. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.
The investigation behind this recall
- Battery Equalizers/Converters May IgniteNHTSA