Recall 00V-342: 2000–2001 Prevost H3-41, 2000–2001 Prevost H3-45 and 1 more
PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Oct 25, 2000, covering about 487 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: transit coaches. Some coolant heaters may have been provided without a combustion chamber (Burner tube). A flame will be noticed exiting the exhaust pipe at the bottom of the unit.
The risk
Damage to the heater and the vehicle in which it is installed is possible if a coolant heater is missing a combustion chamber.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the coolant heater for a combustion chamber. If a chamber is missing, one will be added.
Notes
Owner notification began october 2, 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 | Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V342000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Prevost H3-41 | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Prevost H3-45 | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Prevost Xlii-45 | 2000, 2001 | 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-342?
Vehicle description: transit coaches. Some coolant heaters may have been provided without a combustion chamber (Burner tube). A flame will be noticed exiting the exhaust pipe at the bottom of the unit.
How is recall 00V-342 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the coolant heater for a combustion chamber. If a chamber is missing, one will be added.
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.