NHTSA Recall 23V126000
NHTSA Campaign Id 23V126000; Date: Feb. 24, 2023
the activation of the automatic fire suppression system can cause a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. additionally, a disabled coach may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.
Recalled Vehicles:
2018 Prevost H3-45; 2019 Prevost H3-45; 2020 Prevost H3-45; 2021 Prevost H3-45; 2022 Prevost H3-45; 2023 Prevost H3-45; 2018 Prevost H3-45 Vip; 2019 Prevost H3-45 Vip; 2020 Prevost H3-45 Vip; 2021 Prevost H3-45 Vip; 2022 Prevost H3-45 Vip; 2023 Prevost H3-45 Vip
Component: Equipment:emergency:fire Supression:sensors
Manufactured by: Prevost Car (us) Inc.
Affected Units:: 555
Recall Summary:
prevost car (us) inc. (prevost) is recalling certain 2018-2023 h3-45 motor coaches and h3-45 vip motorhomes. the automatic fire suppression system (afss) optical fire sensor positioned in the engine compartment's lower region may corrode and malfunction. in this event, the afss may give a false warning to the driver, command an unwarranted engine shutdown, and release a chemical fire extinguishing agent in the engine compartment.
How to Fix:
prevost will inspect the vehicles, install spacers between the optical fire sensor and bracket, and replace the optical fire sensor, if necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters are expected to be mailed april 15, 2023. owners may contact prevost 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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