Seats: critical fastenersRecall 23V-272 · 2021–2023 Prevost X3-45 Commuter
Prevost Car (US) Inc. recall 23V-272 covers 280 2021–2023 Prevost X3-45 Commuter for a seats: critical fasteners problem, reported to NHTSA on April 17, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2024 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V272000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Prevost Cars (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2021-2023 X3-45 Commuter buses. The foldable passenger seat frames may have been improperly welded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
The risk
An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the passenger, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Prevost will inspect and replace the seat frames as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-304.
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
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.