The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·24E027000·Announced 2024-03-20

Prevost Recalls Eberspächer Hydronic L-II Heaters Due to Overheating Risk

Prevost is recalling Eberspächer Hydronic L-II Heaters because they may generate excessive exhaust gas and overheat, posing risks of carbon monoxide poisoning and 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 risk of fire and carbon monoxide poisoning, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' or high-risk vehicle defects, warranting a Severe classification.

Plain-English summary

Prevost Car (US) Inc. is recalling certain Eberspächer Hydronic L-II Heaters, identified by part number 870012. The defect involves the coolant heaters potentially generating excessive exhaust gas and overheating.

These conditions may increase the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning and fire. Owners of vehicles equipped with these heaters are advised not to operate them until they have been repaired.

Prevost will inspect the heaters, replace damaged components, clean internal components as necessary, and adjust the air-to-fuel ratio. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 17, 2024. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
Prevost Car (US) Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Heating Equipment
Hazard
Affected units
7

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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