2021 PREVOST X3-45 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2021 PREVOST X3-45 has 0 complaints and 38 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to adaptive mobility equipment such as wheelchair lifts and ramps. Several recalls address problems involving the engine cooling and electrical systems.
There are 38 recalls affecting various components of the vehicle. These recalls cover adaptive mobility equipment, engine belts and pulleys, and electrical alternator components among others.
Recalls- Wheelchair lift bridging device. NHTSA recall 24V523000 affects 2,653 vehicles. The bridging device may be too steep, causing wheelchair instability and increasing injury risk. Prevost will replace the bridging device free of charge. Owner letters mailed April 25, 2025.
- Threshold Warning System lighting. NHTSA recall 23V889000 affects 2,100 vehicles. The red beacon light may not be bright enough, reducing visibility and increasing risk of injury to wheelchair lift users. Prevost will replace the red beacons free of charge. Owner letters mailed September 16, 2024.
- Alternator belt and front bearing. NHTSA recall 22V221000 affects 6,342 vehicles. If the alternator front bearing seizes, the belt may continue operating causing overheating that heightens fire risk. Prevost will replace the alternator belt at no cost. Owner notification letters mailed September 30, 2022.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues related to safety defects may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a consumer protection attorney can help clarify these rights.
2021 PREVOST X3-45 Summary
2021
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
3
Total Recalls
11095
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2021 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.
2021 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.
2021 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.
Complaints
No complaints found.