Recall 22V-221: 2010–2023 Prevost H3-45, 2010–2023 Prevost H3-45 VIP and 3 more
Prevost Car (US) Inc. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Apr 6, 2022, covering about 6,342 vehicles.
The problem
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2010-2023 H3-45, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, X3-45 Com, and X3-45 VIP vehicles. In the event of the alternator front bearing seizing, the alternator belt may continue to operate, causing the bearing to overheat.
The risk
An overheated alternator bearing can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Prevost will replace the alternator belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Prevost Car (US) Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and Associated Pulleys |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 22V221000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Prevost H3-45 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 | All years |
| Prevost H3-45 VIP | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 | All years |
| Prevost X3-45 | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 | All years |
| Prevost X3-45 Commuter | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 | All years |
| Prevost X3-45 VIP | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 | 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 22V-221?
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2010-2023 H3-45, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, X3-45 Com, and X3-45 VIP vehicles. In the event of the alternator front bearing seizing, the alternator belt may continue to operate, causing the bearing to overheat.
How is recall 22V-221 fixed?
Prevost will replace the alternator belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046.
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.