The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·15V428000·Announced 2015-07-06

Prevost Recalls 2015 X3-45 Coaches Due to Front Hub Carrier Defect

Prevost is recalling 68 model year 2015 X3-45 Commuter Coaches because front hub carriers may leak or crack, potentially causing loss of vehicle control.

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 (front hub carriers) 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 2015 X3-45 Commuter Coaches manufactured between August 1, 2014, and June 1, 2015. The recall covers 68 affected vehicles.

The defect involves front hub carriers that may leak or crack. Cracks in the hub may result in hub failure, which could cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the affected hub carriers free of charge. The recall began on November 11, 2015. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-877-773-8678 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
PREVOST X3-45
Brand
PREVOST
Manufacturer
Prevost Cars, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcoach
Hazard
Affected units
68

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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