2013 PREVOST X3-45 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2013 PREVOST X3-45 has 0 complaints and 51 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owner reports most commonly relate to power cable issues, suspension problems, and concerns with safety-related equipment such as seat belts and fire suppression systems.
Fifty-one recalls involve several vehicle systems including electrical components, suspension, safety equipment, engine parts, and adaptive mobility devices. These recalls address risks such as fire hazards, loss of vehicle control, and injuries related to wheelchair lift mechanisms.
Recalls- Electrical system power cables. Recall 12V511000 affects 91 vehicles where power cables may rub against sharp edges causing short circuits that can lead to fires. Dealers will reroute and repair cables free of charge.
- Front suspension radius rods. Recall 12V325000 involves 8 buses with improperly torqued rods that could detach, risking loss of vehicle control. Bolts will be inspected and retorqued at no cost.
- Power cable abrasion risk. Recall 12V337000 covers 293 vehicles where wiring can chafe against sharp edges, increasing fire risk. Inspections and repairs will be conducted by dealers free of charge.
- Automatic fire suppression system (AFSS). Recall 12V435000 affects 15 vehicles with AFSS detector wires that may chafe and falsely activate the system, causing unplanned stops. Protective cloth will be added to wiring.
- Windshield wiper motor. Recall 13V650000 includes 682 vehicles with defective JAKO motor housings that crack, resulting in loss of wiper function and reduced visibility. Affected motors will be replaced.
- Missing side reflectors. Recall 13V021000 involves 45 buses lacking required side reflectors, raising collision risk. Side reflectors will be added free of charge.
- Accelerator pedal software defect. Recall 13V039000 covers 1033 coaches where throttle signal may become fixed, causing uncontrolled acceleration. Software updates will correct the issue.
- Incorrect tire pressure labeling. Recall 13V472000 affects 35 vehicles with certification plates showing higher cold inflation pressures than super single tires require, risking overinflation. Certification plates will be replaced.
- Seat belt damage risk. Recall 14V206000 involves 80 coaches where seat bases may rub and damage seat belts, potentially causing failure in a crash. Inspections and replacements will be performed.
- AFSS linear thermal detector wiring. Recall 15V348000 includes 452 vehicles where wiring can be damaged by engine heat, triggering false activation and engine shutdown. Wiring will be relocated to prevent damage.
- Wheelchair lift platform steepness. Recall 24V523000 covers 2653 vehicles with steep bridging devices that may cause wheelchair instability and injury risk. Devices will be replaced free of charge.
- Wheelchair lift beacon illumination. Recall 23V889000 affects 2100 vehicles with insufficiently bright red beacon lights on the Threshold Warning System, decreasing visibility and increasing injury risk. Beacons will be replaced.
- Alternator belt and bearing risk. Recall 22V221000 involves 6342 vehicles where seized alternator bearings can overheat, risking fire. Alternator belts will be replaced free of charge.
- Steering draglink fracture. Recall 18V928000 affects 676 buses with draglink turnbuckles that may fracture causing loss of steering and crash risk. Draglink components will be replaced at no charge.
- Kidde fire extinguisher defects. Recall 17V737000 covers 2306 vehicles equipped with Kidde extinguishers that may clog or require excessive force to activate, or with nozzles detaching, increasing injury risk. Kidde will provide replacements.
- Fuel tank cradle mounting gaps. Recall 17V618000 involves 3163 coaches where gaps in cradle mounts may allow bolts to loosen, causing the fuel tank to detach and stall the vehicle. Mounts will be corrected free of charge.
Owners with vehicles undergoing repeated repairs related to safety defects or unresolved recall issues may have rights under their state lemon laws. Consulting an attorney experienced in consumer protection can help determine available remedies.
2013 PREVOST X3-45 Summary
2013
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
16
Total Recalls
19974
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2013 PREVOST X3-45
2653 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR LIFT/RAMP
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2005-2024 X3-45, 2017-2019 and 2021-2023 X3-45 Commuter, 2006-2007, 2014, and 2018 H3-41, 2005-2020 and 2022-2024 H3-45, and 2019 H3-45 VIP buses equipped with a wheelchair lift. The wheelchair platform bridging device may be too steep, which can cause the wheelchair to become unstable. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 403, "Platform Lift Devices" and 404, "Platform Lift Installations."
Risk: An unstable wheelchair increases the risk of injury to lift occupants.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
2100 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR LIFT/RAMP
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2014 and 2018 H3-41, 2013-2024 H3-45, 2012-2024 X3-45, and 2017-2023 X3-45 Commuter vehicles. The red beacon lighting on the Threshold Warning System (TWS) may not be bright enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."
Risk: Beacons that do not provide proper illumination may be less visible to wheelchair lift users, increasing the risk of injury.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
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.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
676 vehicles affected
STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Prevost Cars, Inc (Prevost) is recalling certain 2000 XL-45 buses, 2000-2006 XL2-45 buses and 2007-2014 X3-45 buses. The draglink tube turnbuckle may fracture causing a loss of steering.
Risk: A complete loss of steering would increase the risk of a crash.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
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.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
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.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
452 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 X3-45, XLII-45, H3-41, and H3-45 coaches manufactured November 30, 2009, to August 12, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the wires for the Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) Linear Thermal Detector (LTD) may be damaged by temperatures in the engine compartment.
Risk: The damaged wires may activate the AFSS and shutdown the engine, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
80 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 X3-45 and 2010-2014 H3-45 coaches manufactured May 1, 2010, through November 7, 2013, and equipped with Amaya Seats with a seat base that can be raised to accommodate wheel chairs. When the seat bases are raised and lowered they may rub against the seat belt and possibly cause damage to the seat belt.
Risk: A damaged seat belt may fail in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
35 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2013 X3-45, 2012-2014 H3-45, 2008 H3-45 VIP, 2005 XL2, and 2006-2011 XL2-45 Entertainer buses equipped with super single tires. The cold inflation pressure shown on the certification plate is higher than the specification for the super single tires installed on the rear axle, which may lead to tire overinflation. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Part 567, "Certification Regulation."
Risk: Tire overinflation may reduce traction, braking ability and handling, increasing the the risk of a crash.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
1033 vehicles affected
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 X3-45, H3-41 and H3-45 coaches, model year 2011-2013 H3-45 VIP coaches, model year 2012-2013 X3-45 VIP coaches, and model year 2009-2013 XLII-45 Entertainer coaches manufactured from May 16, 2007, through March 14, 2013 and equipped with Volvo engines. Certain conditions may cause the affected coaches to go into a software mode that would result in the throttle signal being fixed at 1700rpms regardless of throttle pedal input from the driver.
Risk: Uncontrollable throttle position may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
45 vehicles affected
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2013 X3-45, H3-45, and XLII-45 Entertainer coach buses and coach bus shells manufactured September 25, 2012, through January 9, 2013, for failing to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." The buses may have missing side reflectors.
Risk: The absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the bus, increasing the risk that another vehicle may crash into the bus.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
682 vehicles affected
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 X3-45 VIP motorhomes, H3 VIP motorhomes and XLII-45 Entertainers and model year 2012-2014 model year X3-45, H3-41, H3-45 coaches manufactured June 6, 2011, through May 17, 2013, equipped with JAKO windshield wiper motors, model SWF403195. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper motor housing may crack resulting in a loss of windshield wiper function.
Risk: Without functioning windshield wipers, the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
91 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 X3-45 and XLII-45 coach buses, manufactured between November 15, 2011, and August 14, 2012. The power cables may rub against sharp edges in both the rear junction box and the condenser compartment, resulting in a short-circuit.
Risk: If the power cables short-circuit, a vehicle fire may result.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
15 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2013 X3-45 and MTH XLII-45E vehicles, all equipped with Volvo D13 engines and an automatic fire detection and suppression system (AFSS). The AFSS linear thermal detector wire may come in contact with or chafe against its supporting tie cables.
Risk: If the detector wire chafes it may cause the AFSS to activate with no fire present and, as a result, the stop engine feature will be activated, bringing the vehicle to an unplanned stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
293 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 X3-45 and XLII Entertainer Bus vehicles, manufactured from November 24, 2010, through July 3, 2012. The power cable may come in contact, or rub against sharp, abrasive edges.
Risk: If this occurs, a short-circuit, or fire may result, increasing the risk of personal injury.
2013 PREVOST X3-45
8 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:FRONT
PREVOST IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 X3-45 MOTOR COACHES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 4, 2012, THROUGH JULY 6, 2012. THE FRONT SUSPENSION RADIUS RODS MAY NOT BE PROPERLY TORQUED. AS A RESULT, THE RODS COULD DETACH.
Risk: IF THIS OCCURS, THE DRIVER MAY SUDDENLY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Complaints
No complaints found.