NHTSA Recall 08V448000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V448000; Date: Sep. 3, 2008
If the bolts break, the escape hatch can fall down on to the roadway, increasing the risk of property damage or a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Prevost H3-41; 2009 Prevost H3-41; 2008 Prevost H3-45; 2009 Prevost H3-45; 2008 Prevost VIP; 2009 Prevost VIP; 2008 Prevost X3-45; 2009 Prevost X3-45; 2008 Prevost Xlii-45; 2009 Prevost Xlii-45
Component: Structure
Manufactured by: Prevost Cars, Inc.
Affected Units:: 189
Recall Summary:
Prevost is recalling 189 my 2008-2009 xlii-45, xlii-45e, x3-45 motor homes and h3-41, h3-45, and vip motor coaches. Due to improper installation of the escape hatch retaining bolts, these bolts can break.
How to Fix:
Prevost will provide parts and installation instructions to the owners of the affected vehicles. The recall began on October 21, 2008. Owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391.
Recall Notes:
Prevost recall no. Sr08-12. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 21, 2008
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