Recall 00V-133: 1999–2000 Prevost H3-41, 1999–2000 Prevost H3-45 and 1 more

PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on May 8, 2000, covering about 482 vehicles.

NHTSA number
00V-133
Report date
May 8, 2000
Vehicles affected
482
Owners notified
May 5, 2000

The problem

Vehicle description: transit buses and bus shells. Some vehicles are fitting with a steering column adjustment plate.

The risk

This could lead to loss of vehicle control.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the vehicles for an adjustment plate and will replace the adjustment plate if necessary.

Notes

Owner notification is expected to begin during may 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED
ComponentSteering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number00V133000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Prevost H3-411999, 2000All years
Prevost H3-451999, 2000All years
Prevost H3-45 VIP1999, 2000All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 00V-133?

Vehicle description: transit buses and bus shells. Some vehicles are fitting with a steering column adjustment plate.

How is recall 00V-133 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the vehicles for an adjustment plate and will replace the adjustment plate if necessary.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.