Recall 00V-262: 1996–1998 Prevost Entertainer, 1997–1998 Prevost H3-45 VIP and 2 more
PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Sep 11, 2000, covering about 554 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: bus shells and coaches. The ball joint sealing boot could be perforated allowing grease leakage.
The risk
This condition could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the boot.
Notes
Owner notification began august 22, 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
| Manufacturer | PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Component | Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Upper Ball Joint |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V262000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Prevost Entertainer | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Prevost H3-45 VIP | 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Prevost XL-40 | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Prevost XL-45 | 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All 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-262?
Vehicle description: bus shells and coaches. The ball joint sealing boot could be perforated allowing grease leakage.
How is recall 00V-262 fixed?
Dealers will replace the boot.
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.