NHTSA Recall 98V239000
NHTSA Campaign Id 98V239000; Date: Oct. 6, 1998
Improper tightening can cause loosening of the attachment over a period of time increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 Prevost H3-41; 1999 Prevost H3-41; 1998 Prevost H3-45; 1999 Prevost H3-45; 1998 Prevost H3-45vip; 1999 Prevost H3-45vip
Component: Suspension:front
Manufactured by: Prevost Car, Incorporated
Affected Units:: 259
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: transit buses. The bolts fixing the radius rod locking tab plates were not lubricated before being tightened.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the bolts, lubricating them, installing a new locking tab plate, and retightening the bolts.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began June 18, 1998. 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 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 18, 1998
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