Recall 12V-303: 2007–2011 Prevost H3-45, 2009–2011 Prevost X3-45
PREVOST CARS, INC. recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Jun 26, 2012, covering about 400 vehicles.
The problem
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 h3-45 and model year 2009-2011 x3-45 coaches equipped with volvo d13 engines. The accelerator pedal throttle position sensor may be inoperative due to a permanent idle signal.
The risk
If this occurs, the vehicle may stop responding to input from the accelerator pedal, and thus become stopped in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal throttle sensor, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 13, 2012. Owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-2888.
Notes
The prevost recall campaign number is sr12-16. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrationâs vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-423 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | PREVOST CARS, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V303000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Prevost H3-45 | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 | All years |
| Prevost X3-45 | 2009, 2010, 2011 | 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 12V-303?
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2007-2011 h3-45 and model year 2009-2011 x3-45 coaches equipped with volvo d13 engines. The accelerator pedal throttle position sensor may be inoperative due to a permanent idle signal.
How is recall 12V-303 fixed?
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedal throttle sensor, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 13, 2012. Owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-2888.
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.