2016 PREVOST H3-45 VIP Complaints and Recall Information
The 2016 PREVOST H3-45 VIP has 0 complaints and 35 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to vehicle systems covered by these recalls. Problems tend to affect various components including suspension, engine cooling, fire suppression systems, and fuel system assemblies.
There are multiple recalls affecting different systems on this vehicle model. These recalls address safety and mechanical defects requiring free repairs or replacements by dealers. The affected systems involve suspension studs, alternator belts, fire suppression equipment, trailer hitch hardware, and fuel tank mounts.
Recalls- Front suspension studs. NHTSA recall 15V725000 affects 7 vehicles manufactured June to August 2015. Studs attaching the independent front suspension to the frame may fail, allowing a front wheel to turn unexpectedly. This poses a crash risk. Prevost will replace the studs free of charge.
- Alternator belt and bearing. Recall 22V221000 covers 6342 vehicles from 2010 to 2023, including 2016 H3-45 VIP. Alternator front bearing seizure may cause the alternator belt to run and overheat the bearing, increasing fire risk. The alternator belt will be replaced at no cost.
- Fire suppression actuator. NHTSA recall 19V118000 involves 1270 vehicles from 2015 to 2018. Fire extinguisher system actuators may fail, preventing discharge of the fire suppression agent. This flaw raises injury risk during a fire. The manufacturer will inspect and replace affected systems free of charge.
- Trailer hitch mounting. Recall 17V299000 affects 407 vehicles from 2014 to 2017. Trailer hitch mounting fasteners may loosen causing hitch deformation or detachment, elevating crash risk. Dealers will replace hitch hardware free of charge.
- Fire extinguishers. NHTSA recall 17V737000 covers 2306 vehicles from 2010 to 2018. Kidde fire extinguishers may clog, require excess force to operate, or have nozzles that detach causing injury and inoperability. Owners will receive replacements from Kidde at no charge.
- Fuel tank cradle mounts. Recall 17V618000 includes 3163 vehicles from 2008 to 2018. Gaps in fuel tank cradle supports can cause attachment bolts to loosen and fuel tanks to fall off, creating road hazards and stall risks. Dealers will correct mounting issues free of charge.
Owners coping with repeated repairs or unresolved safety defects, including outstanding recall repairs, may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Those facing these challenges should consult their state regulations for guidance.
2016 PREVOST H3-45 VIP Summary
2016
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
6
Total Recalls
13495
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2016 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.
2016 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.
2016 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.
2016 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.
2016 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.
2016 PREVOST H3-45 VIP
7 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2016 X3-45 VIP, H3-45 VIP, and H3-45 coaches manufactured June 17, 2015 to August 14, 2015. Studs that attach the independent front suspension to the vehicle frame may fail and allow a front wheel to turn unexpectedly.
Risk: A wheel that turns unexpectedly may cause a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.