2018 PREVOST X3-45 VIP Complaints and Recall Information
The 2018 PREVOST X3-45 VIP has 0 complaints and 33 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to fire suppression system malfunctions, fuel tank mounting concerns, and alternator bearing overheating. These concerns largely involve safety-related components.
There are 33 recalls affecting multiple systems including the engine cooling, electrical components, fire suppression equipment, and fuel system. These recalls address potential fire risks, operational failures of safety devices, and fuel tank attachment issues.
Recalls- Alternator belt and bearing. Under NHTSA recall 22V221000 affecting 6342 vehicles, the alternator front bearing may seize while the alternator belt continues to operate causing bearing overheating. This defect increases fire risk. Prevost will replace the alternator belt free of charge. Owner notification was mailed on September 30, 2022.
- Fire suppression actuator failure. Recall 19V118000 covers 1270 vehicles where the actuator for the fire extinguisher system may not function properly preventing discharge of the suppression agent. This failure increases injury risk in a fire. Affected systems will be inspected and replaced as needed at no charge starting April 15, 2019.
- Fire extinguisher malfunction. NHTSA recall 17V737000 affects 2306 vehicles equipped with Kidde plastic-handle or push-button fire extinguishers that may clog, require excessive force to activate, or have nozzles that detach causing injury and inoperability. Prevost notifies owners to contact Kidde for free replacement extinguishers. Notification occurred July 11, 2018.
- Fuel tank cradle mounting. Recall 17V618000 involves 3163 vehicles where gaps at the fuel tank cradle supports may loosen bolts causing the fuel tank to fall off. This hazard may cause stalling and increase crash risk. Dealers will fix the mounting free of charge. Notification began December 4, 2017.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, unresolved recall remedies, or safety-related defects should consider their rights under state lemon laws. Consulting legal resources may help clarify options for addressing ongoing issues with this vehicle model.
2018 PREVOST X3-45 VIP Summary
2018
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
13081
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2018 PREVOST X3-45 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.
2018 PREVOST X3-45 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.
2018 PREVOST X3-45 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.
2018 PREVOST X3-45 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.
Complaints
No complaints found.