NHTSA Recall 97V102000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V102000; Date: Jun. 19, 1997
The windows can separate from the vehicle when opened to an approximately 90 degree angle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash or personal injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
1996 Prevost H3-41; 1997 Prevost H3-41; 1996 Prevost H3-45; 1997 Prevost H3-45; 1996 Prevost H3-45vip; 1997 Prevost H3-45vip
Component: Visibility:windshield
Manufactured by: Prevost Car, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 577
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: transit buses. The emergency exit windows have been built without the locking mechanism of the upper hinge.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install stopper blocks so the windows can not be opened to a 90 degree angle.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification began June 2, 1997. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 2, 1997
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