The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·12V337000·Announced 2012-07-18

Prevost Recalls 2011-2013 X3-45 and XLII-45 Buses for Fire Risk

Prevost is recalling 293 model year 2011-2013 X3-45 and XLII-45 Entertainer buses because a power cable may rub against sharp edges, potentially causing a short-circuit or fire.

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 vehicle electrical defect that may result in a fire, which the source text states increases the risk of personal injury. This aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' or structural/functional defects posing serious risk.

Plain-English summary

Prevost Cars, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 X3-45 and XLII-45 Entertainer bus vehicles. The recall covers 293 units manufactured between November 24, 2010, and July 3, 2012.

The defect involves a power cable that may come into contact with or rub against sharp, abrasive edges. If this occurs, it may result in a short-circuit or fire, which increases the risk of personal injury.

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, repair the power cables free of charge. The safety recall was expected to begin during August 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 XLII-45 ENTERTAINER, X3-45
Brand
PREVOST
Manufacturer
PREVOST CARS, INC.
Category
Vehicle — Bus
Hazard
Affected units
293

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 (2)

  • XLII-45 ENTERTAINER
  • X3-45

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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