Recall 08V-448: 2008–2009 Prevost H3-41, 2008–2009 Prevost H3-45 and 3 more

PREVOST CARS, INC. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Sep 3, 2008, covering about 189 vehicles.

NHTSA number

08V-448

Report date

Sep 3, 2008

Vehicles affected

189

Owners notified

Oct 21, 2008

The problem

Prevost is recalling 189 my 2008-2009 xlii-45, xlii-45e, x3-45 motor homes and h3-41, h3-45, and vip motor coaches. Due to improper installation of the escape hatch retaining bolts, these bolts can break.

The risk

If the bolts break, the escape hatch can fall down on to the roadway, increasing the risk of property damage or a crash.

The fix

Prevost will provide parts and installation instructions to the owners of the affected vehicles. The recall began on october 21, 2008. Owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391.

Notes

Prevost recall no. Sr08-12.customers may 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	Structure
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	08V448000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
Prevost H3-41	2008, 2009	All years
Prevost H3-45	2008, 2009	All years
Prevost VIP	2008, 2009	All years
Prevost X3-45	2008, 2009	All years
Prevost Xlii-45	2008, 2009	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 08V-448?

How is recall 08V-448 fixed?

Prevost will provide parts and installation instructions to the owners of the affected vehicles. The recall began on october 21, 2008. Owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391.

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.