Recall 07V-371: 2006–2007 Prevost H3-41, 2006–2007 Prevost H3-45 and 5 more
PREVOST CARS, INC. recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Aug 20, 2007, covering about 686 vehicles.
The problem
On certain motor coaches equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
The risk
This could cause delay or failure in applying the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Prevost is working with bendix to repair these vehicles (Please see 07e037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. The recall began on september 14, 2007. Owners may contact bendix at 1-440-329-9000 or prevost at 1-418-831-2046.
Notes
Prevost recall no. Sr07-11.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
| Manufacturer | PREVOST CARS, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Parking Brake |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V371000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Prevost H3-41 | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Prevost H3-45 | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Prevost H3-45 VIP | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Prevost X3-45 | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Prevost Xlii-45 | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Prevost Xlii-45 Entertainer | 2006 | All years |
| Prevost Xlii-45E | 2007 | 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 07V-371?
On certain motor coaches equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
How is recall 07V-371 fixed?
Prevost is working with bendix to repair these vehicles (Please see 07e037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. The recall began on september 14, 2007. Owners may contact bendix at 1-440-329-9000 or 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.