2023 PREVOST X3-45 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2023 PREVOST X3-45 has 0 complaints and 42 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical system components and wheelchair lift equipment defects addressed through recalls.
There are 42 recalls affecting multiple systems including adaptive mobility equipment, electrical systems, and engine components. These recalls cover defects that may increase fire risk, compromise wheelchair stability, and reduce visibility of safety systems. The recalls involve varying numbers of vehicles and include free repairs or replacements by Prevost.
Recalls- Wheelchair lift bridging device. Recall 24V523000 affects 2,653 vehicles due to the wheelchair platform bridging device being too steep, causing instability and risk of injury. Prevost will replace the bridging device free of charge.
- Grid heater electrical connections. Recall 23V761000 covers 204 vehicles where loose connections in grid heater cables can cause relay overheating and increase fire risk. Prevost will inspect and repair the affected components without cost.
- Power distribution cable grommet. Recall 23V245000 involves 3 vehicles where an insufficient grommet allows cables to chafe, risking short circuits and fire. The grommet will be inspected and replaced as needed at no charge.
- Threshold Warning System beacon lighting. Recall 23V889000 affects 2,100 vehicles with insufficient brightness of the red beacon on the wheelchair lift warning system, reducing visibility. Prevost will replace the beacons free of charge.
- Alternator belt and bearing. Recall 22V221000 covers 6,342 vehicles related to potential overheating of the alternator front bearing causing fire risk. The alternator belt will be replaced free of charge to eliminate the hazard.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, safety defects, or unresolved recall issues for the 2023 PREVOST X3-45 may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting an attorney who specializes in lemon law can help clarify available remedies.
2023 PREVOST X3-45 Summary
2023
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
5
Total Recalls
11302
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2023 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.
2023 PREVOST X3-45
204 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2024 H3-45, 2023-2024 H3-45 VIP, X3-45 VIP, X3-45 VIP Entertainer, and 2023 X3-45 motor coaches. The grid heater cables that connect to the relay may have a loose connection and cause the relay to overheat.
Risk: A relay that overheats can increase the risk of a fire.
2023 PREVOST X3-45
3 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2023 X3-45 and X3-45 VIP Entertainer motor coaches. The grommet that protects the electrical power distribution cables passing through a metallic panel is insufficient, allowing the cables to chafe on the edges of the panel and potentially short circuit.
Risk: An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Additionally, a vehicle fire may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.
2023 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.
2023 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.