Recall 08V-597: 2008–2009 Prevost H3-41, 2008–2009 Prevost H3-45 and 1 more

PREVOST CARS, INC. recall for seats, reported to NHTSA on Nov 17, 2008, covering about 81 vehicles.

NHTSA number
08V-597
Report date
Nov 17, 2008
Vehicles affected
81
Owners notified
Nov 18, 2008

The problem

Prevost is recalling 81 my 2008-2009 x3-45, h3-41, and h3-45 motor coaches. During production the wrong grade 5 bolts were used to install the pedestal of the passenger seat. There is a possibility that the bolts would break at installation or during the normal use of the vehicle.

The risk

In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the bolts with the correct specified bolts free of charge. The recall began on november 18, 2008. Owners may contact prevost at 1-418-831-5432.

Notes

Prevost recall no. Sr08-21.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.
ComponentSeats
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number08V597000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Prevost H3-412008, 2009All years
Prevost H3-452008, 2009All years
Prevost X3-452008, 2009All 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-597?

Prevost is recalling 81 my 2008-2009 x3-45, h3-41, and h3-45 motor coaches. During production the wrong grade 5 bolts were used to install the pedestal of the passenger seat. There is a possibility that the bolts would break at installation or during the normal use of the vehicle.

How is recall 08V-597 fixed?

Dealers will replace the bolts with the correct specified bolts free of charge. The recall began on november 18, 2008. Owners may contact prevost at 1-418-831-5432.

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.