NHTSA Recall 22V496000
NHTSA Campaign Id 22V496000; Date: Jul. 11, 2022
during a crash, the loose backrest and the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of an injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2021 Prevost X3-45 Commuter; 2022 Prevost X3-45 Commuter; 2023 Prevost X3-45 Commuter
Component: Seats
Manufactured by: Prevost Car (us) Inc.
Affected Units:: 168
Recall Summary:
prevost car (us) inc. (prevost) is recalling certain 2021-2023 x3-45 commuter buses. the retention pin securing the passenger seat recline mechanism could fail, causing the mechanism to collapse, and result in a loose backrest. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
How to Fix:
dealers will inspect and replace the retention pins and c-clips, if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on august 22, 2022. owners may contact prevost's customer service at 1-866-870-2046.
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.nhtsa.gov.
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