Prevost Recalls Coaches Due to Throttle Control Software Defect
Prevost is recalling specific model year 2008-2013 coaches equipped with Volvo engines because a software defect may cause the throttle to remain fixed at 1700 rpm, increasing 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 (throttle control) that may lead to loss of vehicle control and crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Prevost Cars, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 X3-45, H3-41, and H3-45 coaches, model year 2011-2013 H3-45 VIP coaches, model year 2012-2013 X3-45 VIP coaches, and model year 2009-2013 XLII-45 Entertainer coaches. The affected vehicles were manufactured between May 16, 2007, and March 14, 2013, and are equipped with Volvo engines.
The recall addresses a software defect where certain conditions may cause the vehicle to enter a mode that fixes the throttle signal at 1700 rpm, regardless of the driver's input on the throttle pedal. This uncontrollable throttle position may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Owners should contact Prevost at 1-418-831-2046 or their local dealer to have the issue remedied free of charge. The recall campaign began on May 2, 2013. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov for more information.
The recalled product
- Product
- PREVOST XLII-45 ENTERTAINER, H3-45, X3-45, H3-41
- Brand
- PREVOST
- Manufacturer
- Prevost Cars, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Motor Coach
- Affected units
- 1,033
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 (6)
- XLII-45 ENTERTAINER
- H3-45
- X3-45
- H3-41
- H3-45 VIP
- X3-45 VIP
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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