Recall 12V304 covers 2 2010 Prevost Mth XLII-45E and X3-45 coaches for loose tag axle hub cap screws. Prevost has already replaced them for free.
Prevost is recalling 2 2010 Mth XLII-45E and X3-45 coaches because improper tag axle hub cap hardware can loosen and let a wheel separate. A separated wheel can cause loss of vehicle control and create a road hazard; the Prevost dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The tag axle hub cap screws on 2010 Prevost Mth XLII-45E and X3-45 coaches hold the hub cap hardware in place at the tag axle. The tag axle is the extra rear axle that helps carry coach weight, and the hub cap sits over the wheel hub where the wheel-end parts are mounted.
This recall concerns improper hardware at that location. With the wrong hardware installed, the hub cap screws can loosen as the coach is driven. Once those screws back out far enough, the tag axle wheel assembly no longer stays secured as designed, and the wheel can separate from the coach.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or driver should not rely on a sound, vibration, or dashboard alert to identify this defect before the wheel separates.
Who's affected?
Covers the Mth XLII-45E and X3-45 in the same model year, both tied to wheel fasteners.
| 2010 Prevost Mth XLII-45E | wheel fastener (lug, nut, bolt, or stud) |
|---|---|
| 2010 Prevost X3-45 | wheel fastener (lug, nut, bolt, or stud) |
| Units affected | 2 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose tag axle hub cap screw can let the wheel separate from the vehicle. That can cause the driver to lose control and raise crash risk, and the loose wheel can endanger other road users. If your VIN is included, confirm the repair status with the dealer soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Prevost dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010 Prevost Mth XLII-45E or X3-45 is included in this recall.
- Contact Prevost customer service at 1-418-883-2888 to confirm whether the tag axle hub cap screw replacement was completed for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 12V304 when you call so Prevost can match the coach to the correct wheel-hardware recall.
- Ask a franchised Prevost service center to inspect the tag axle hub cap screws if the repair status is unclear.
- Avoid operating the coach until Prevost or a franchised Prevost service center confirms the wheel-hardware repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
Prevost reports that the tag axle hub cap screws on the affected coaches have already been replaced, so owner letters are not being mailed for campaign 12V304. The repair is the screw replacement itself: a Prevost technician removes the improper hub cap screws and installs the correct hardware so the tag axle hub cap is secured. If your coach still shows this recall open, ask a Prevost dealer to confirm the completed repair. Parts and labor are covered under the recall.
Timeline
| June 26, 2012 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 26, 2012 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V304?
Recall 12V304 covers 2 2010 Prevost Mth XLII-45E and X3-45 coaches with tag axle hub cap screws that can loosen because of improper hardware. If the wheel separates, the driver can lose control and the wheel creates a road hazard. Prevost replaced the screws for free.
What should I do if my 2010 Prevost Mth XLII-45E or X3-45 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific coach is included in recall 12V304. Prevost reported that the tag axle hub cap screws were already replaced, so ask a Prevost service location to confirm the repair record. Reference recall number 12V304 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to perform the recall repair at no cost. For recall 12V304, Prevost reported that it replaced the tag axle hub cap screws in the included coaches and did not mail owner notices because the work was completed.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is wheel separation from loose tag axle hub cap screws. If that happens, the driver can lose control of the coach, and the separated wheel creates a road hazard for other road users. This risk is tied to recall 12V304.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V304000 |
|---|---|
| Prevost customer service | 1-418-883-2888 |
| NHTSA recall # | 12V304 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 12V304000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →