The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·12V325000·Announced 2012-07-10

Prevost Recalls 2013 X3-45 Motor Coaches Due to Front Suspension Defect

Prevost is recalling certain 2013 X3-45 motor coaches because front suspension radius rods may not be properly torqued, posing a crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (front suspension) that could lead to loss of vehicle control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Prevost Cars, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 X3-45 motor coaches manufactured between May 4, 2012, and July 6, 2012. The recall involves a defect where the front suspension radius rods may not be properly torqued.

If the radius rods detach, the driver may suddenly lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. No specific number of affected units is provided in the source text.

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and retorque the front suspension bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on July 6, 2012. Owners may contact Prevost Car Inc. Service Department toll-free at 1-866-870-2046 or 1-418-831-2046.

The recalled product

Product
PREVOST X3-45
Brand
PREVOST
Manufacturer
PREVOST CARS, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Motor Coach
Hazard
Affected units
8

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • X3-45

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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