2015 PREVOST H3-45 VIP Complaints and Recall Information
The 2015 PREVOST H3-45 VIP has 0 complaints and 35 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to equipment malfunctions including fire extinguisher defects and concerns involving engine and fuel system components.
There are 35 recalls affecting various systems on this vehicle. The recalls primarily involve safety equipment, engine components, and fuel system assemblies among other areas. Several recalls address fire extinguisher defects that could impact occupant safety in the event of a fire.
Recalls- Fire extinguishers. Recall 15V119000 affects 291 vehicles due to Kidde plastic valve disposable handheld fire extinguishers that may not fully discharge when activated, increasing injury risk during a fire. Prevost will inspect and replace extinguishers free of charge.
- Alternator belt and bearing. Recall 22V221000 covers 6342 vehicles with a defect where an alternator front bearing seizes and overheats due to belt operation, raising fire risk. Prevost will replace alternator belts at no cost.
- Fire suppression system actuator. Recall 19V118000 includes 1270 vehicles with fire extinguisher system actuators that may fail to discharge fire suppression agents, elevating injury risk. All affected systems will be inspected and replaced if needed without charge.
- Trailer hitch mounting. Recall 17V299000 involves 407 vehicles whose trailer hitch mounting fasteners may loosen, potentially causing detachment and crash risk. Dealers will replace mounting hardware for free.
- Fire extinguisher malfunction. Recall 17V737000 covers 2306 vehicles equipped with Kidde fire extinguishers that may clog, require excessive activation force, or have nozzles that detach forcefully, increasing injury and fire risk. Owners will receive replacement extinguishers at no cost.
- Fuel tank cradle support. Recall 17V618000 affects 3163 vehicles with gaps in fuel tank cradle supports that can loosen bolts and cause fuel tanks to fall off, creating road hazards and crash risk. Dealers will repair mounts without charge.
Owners who face repeated repairs or unresolved issues related to these recalls may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting an attorney familiar with lemon law protections is advisable for consumers dealing with persistent safety defects or recall compliance problems.
2015 PREVOST H3-45 VIP Summary
2015
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
6
Total Recalls
13779
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2015 PREVOST H3-45 VIP
6342 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
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.
Risk: An overheated alternator bearing can increase the risk of a fire.
2015 PREVOST H3-45 VIP
1270 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Prevost Cars, Inc is recalling certain 2015-2018 X3-45 VIP, X3-45 VIP Entertainer, X3-45 Passenger, H3-45 VIP, and H3-45 passenger coaches and motorhomes equipped with specific fire suppression systems. The actuator of the fire extinguisher system may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent.
Risk: If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
2015 PREVOST H3-45 VIP
2306 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2010-2018 H3-41, H3-45, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, X3-45 Commuter, X3-45 VIP, and X3-45 VIP Entertainer vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
2015 PREVOST H3-45 VIP
3163 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2008-2018 H3-41, H3-45, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, X3-45 VIP, X3-45 VIP Entertainer, and XL2 motor coaches. The fuel tank cradle supports may have gaps at the points where the cradle connects to the coach frame, which can allow the attachment bolts to loosen and fail causing the fuel tank to fall from the vehicle.
Risk: If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, it could be a road hazard and the vehicle would stall. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
2015 PREVOST H3-45 VIP
407 vehicles affected
TRAILER HITCHES
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2014-2017 H3-45, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, X3-45 VIP, and X3-45 VIP Entertainer motor coaches equipped with 10,000lb-capacity trailer hitch receivers. The trailer hitch mounting fasteners may loosen.
Risk: If the fasteners loosen, the trailer hitch may deform or detach from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2015 PREVOST H3-45 VIP
291 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Prevost XLII-45, X3-45, X3-45 VIP, H3-41, H3-45, and H3-45 VIP motorcoaches manufactured July 23, 2013, to November 28, 2014, and equipped with certain Kidde plastic valve disposable handheld fire extinguishers. These fire extinguishers may not fully discharge as designed when the lever is pressed.
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not work correctly, there is an increased risk of injury to the bus occupants.
Complaints
No complaints found.