Recall 05V-516: 2004–2006 Prevost H3-41, 2004–2006 Prevost H3-45

PREVOST CARS, INC. recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Nov 7, 2005, covering about 123 vehicles.

NHTSA number
05V-516
Report date
Nov 7, 2005
Vehicles affected
123
Owners notified
Nov 23, 2005

The problem

On certain multiplex motor coaches, the wiper motor thermal protection is stopping the motor when the wipers are functioning for a long time in second speed.

The risk

Depending on the occurrence and weather situation, driver visibility could be reduced, which could result in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will install a new wiper harness and a new multiplex program will be downloaded in all coaches. The recall began on november 23, 2005. Owners may contact prevost at 1-418-831-2046.

Notes

Prevost recall no.sr05-14.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerPREVOST CARS, INC.
ComponentVisibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number05V516000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Prevost H3-412004, 2005, 2006All years
Prevost H3-452004, 2005, 2006All 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 05V-516?

On certain multiplex motor coaches, the wiper motor thermal protection is stopping the motor when the wipers are functioning for a long time in second speed.

How is recall 05V-516 fixed?

Dealers will install a new wiper harness and a new multiplex program will be downloaded in all coaches. The recall began on november 23, 2005. Owners may contact prevost at 1-418-831-2046.

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.