The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·15V122000·Announced 2015-03-02

Prevost Recalls 2007-2012 Buses Due to Fuel Line Fire Risk

Prevost is recalling 455 model year 2007-2012 buses because a missing clip allows the fuel line to rub against a coolant hose, potentially causing a leak and fire.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (missing clip) that creates a significant fire hazard due to fuel line abrasion and potential leaks.

Plain-English summary

Prevost Cars, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 XLII, X3-45, H3-41, H3-45, and H3-45 VIP vehicles manufactured between July 5, 2007, and May 11, 2012. The recall affects 455 vehicles in total.

The affected vehicles may be missing a fuel line locating clip. This defect allows the fuel line to rub against the braided coolant hose. The resulting abrasion may cause a fuel leak, which increases the risk of a fire.

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasion, replace it as necessary, and properly secure the fuel line and coolant line free of charge. The recall began on March 26, 2015. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-418-883-3391 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
PREVOST XLII, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, H3-45
Brand
PREVOST
Manufacturer
Prevost Cars, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Bus
Hazard
Affected units
455

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 (5)

  • XLII
  • H3-45 VIP
  • X3-45
  • H3-45
  • H3-41

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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