Recall 00V-389: 1990–2001 Prevost H3-40, 1990–2001 Prevost H3-41 and 4 more
PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Nov 21, 2000, covering about 3,600 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: transit coaches. The reinforcement brackets were not welded on the tag axle.
The risk
This condition could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will weld the brackets on the tab axle.
Notes
Owner notification began november 21, 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 1-418-831-2046.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 |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V389000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Prevost H3-40 | 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Prevost H3-41 | 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Prevost H3-45 | 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Prevost M5E | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Prevost XL-40 | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| Prevost XL-45 | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 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-389?
Vehicle description: transit coaches. The reinforcement brackets were not welded on the tag axle.
How is recall 00V-389 fixed?
Dealers will weld the brackets on the tab axle.
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.