PREVOST XLII-45 2001: STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 18V928000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| PREVOST | XLII-45 | 2001 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2019-06-03 | 2018-12-21 | 2019-01-31 |
Production Dates: 2000-01-08 - 2006-08-21
Manufacturers Involved: Prevost Car (US) Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: SR19-04
Component: STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 676
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
A complete loss of steering would increase the risk of a crash.
Prevost has notified owners, and dealers will replace the draglink, free of charge. Prevost issued an interim notification to owners on February 13, 2019. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR19-04.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
