Recall 13V039 covers 1,033 2008-2013 Prevost coaches with Volvo engines for a fixed-throttle software defect. Free repair at any franchised Prevost dealer.
Prevost is recalling 1,033 2008-2013 X3-45, H3-41, H3-45, XLII-45 Entertainer, H3-45 Vip, and X3-45 Vip coaches because engine software can lock the throttle signal at a fixed engine speed. An uncontrollable throttle can lead to loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk; the Prevost dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The accelerator pedal on 2008-2013 Prevost X3-45, H3-41, H3-45, H3-45 Vip, X3-45 Vip, and XLII-45 Entertainer coaches tells the engine how much power the driver is requesting. On these Volvo-engine coaches, that request is handled as an electronic throttle signal rather than a simple mechanical cable. The system is supposed to change engine speed as the driver presses or releases the pedal.
The defect involves a software mode that locks the throttle signal at 1700 rpm. Once that mode is active, the signal stays fixed regardless of accelerator pedal input. Pressing or releasing the pedal no longer gives the driver normal control over engine speed, which changes how the coach responds in traffic or while maneuvering.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first sign is the coach not responding normally to accelerator pedal movement, because the software has already fixed the throttle signal.
Who's affected?
Spans H3, X3, and XLII coach variants across 2008-2013, all tied to the accelerator pedal.
| 2012 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer | Accelerator pedal |
|---|---|
| 2013 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer | Accelerator pedal |
| 2011 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer | Accelerator pedal |
| 2008 Prevost H3-45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2008 Prevost X3-45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2008 Prevost H3-41 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 Prevost X3-45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 Prevost H3-41 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 Prevost H3-45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 Prevost X3-45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 Prevost H3-41 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 Prevost H3-45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2011 Prevost H3-45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2011 Prevost X3-45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2011 Prevost H3-41 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2012 Prevost H3-41 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2012 Prevost H3-45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2011 Prevost H3-45 Vip | Accelerator pedal |
| 2012 Prevost H3-45 Vip | Accelerator pedal |
| 2012 Prevost X3-45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2013 Prevost X3-45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2013 Prevost H3-45 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2013 Prevost H3-41 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2013 Prevost H3-45 Vip | Accelerator pedal |
| 2012 Prevost X3-45 Vip | Accelerator pedal |
| 2013 Prevost X3-45 Vip | Accelerator pedal |
| Units affected | 1,033 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific bus.
What's the safety risk?
In recall 13V039, uncontrollable throttle position can lead to loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash. If the throttle does not respond normally, ease off, keep space around the coach, and arrange service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Prevost dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2013 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer, H3-45, X3-45, H3-41, H3-45 Vip, or X3-45 Vip is included in this recall.
- Look for the Prevost owner notice dated May 2, 2013, if you have not received one.
- Ask a franchised Prevost dealer whether the free throttle-control software remedy is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 13V039 when you call Prevost or the dealer.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Pull over safely if the coach throttle does not respond to pedal input.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Prevost technician will remedy the affected coach condition free of charge. The filing does not name the exact service operation, so ask the Prevost service desk what work is required for your coach and give them recall 13V039. The recall began on May 2, 2013, but this input does not list an available remedy status. Parts and labor are covered under the recall once the dealer repair opens.
Timeline
| February 7, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 2, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V039?
Recall 13V039 covers 1,033 2008-2013 Prevost coaches with Volvo engines. Certain conditions can put the coach into a software mode that fixes the throttle signal at 1700 rpm regardless of pedal input, which can lead to loss of vehicle control. Prevost dealers remedy the issue for free.
What should I do if my 2008-2013 Prevost X3-45, H3-41, H3-45, H3-45 Vip, X3-45 Vip, or XLII-45 Entertainer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific coach is included in recall 13V039. If it is, contact a franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the throttle-control remedy. Reference recall number 13V039 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Prevost dealers remedy the affected coaches free of charge. Call Prevost at 1-418-831-2046 or contact a franchised Prevost dealer for scheduling.
What is the safety risk in recall 13V039?
The risk is loss of vehicle control. In NHTSA campaign 13V039, the throttle signal can become fixed at 1700 rpm regardless of driver pedal input. That uncontrollable throttle position increases crash risk, so confirm the VIN and arrange the free dealer remedy.
What if I bought this Prevost coach used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coach is included, then call a franchised Prevost dealer and reference recall number 13V039.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V039000 |
|---|---|
| Prevost customer service | 1-418-831-2046 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V039 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V039000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (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 →