NHTSA Recall 13V278000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V278000; Date: Jun. 28, 2013
Drivers may mistake exceedingly bright tail lamps to be brake lamps confusing following drivers about the intention to brake, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 Prevost X3-45; 2013 Prevost X3-45 Le Mirage Coach
Component: Exterior Lighting:tail Lights
Manufactured by: Prevost Cars, Inc.
Affected Units:: 27
Recall Summary:
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2013 x3-45 entertainer coach shells and certain model year 2014 x3-45 highway coaches manufactured October 9, 2012, through June 6, 2013. Improper voltage is being supplied to the tail lamps causing the brightness of the tail lamps to exceed the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. "
How to Fix:
Prevost will notify owners and dealers will update the lamp controller software to ensure the correct voltage is reaching the affected lamps, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2013. Prevost's recall number is sr13-53. Owners may contact prevost at 1-336-393-2233.
Recall Notes:
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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 22, 2013
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