Recall 13V055 affects 6,120 2010-2013 Prevost H3-41 and H3-45 coaches for drag-link turnbuckle fracture. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.
Prevost is recalling 6,120 2010-2013 H3-41 and H3-45 coaches because the drag link collar and retaining bolt can contact the pitman arm. If the turnbuckle breaks while the coach is in use, stability and vehicle control can be lost, crash risk increases, and the Prevost dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The drag link on 2010-2013 Prevost H3-41 and H3-45 coaches is part of the steering linkage. It transfers movement from the steering gear to the front steering parts, so the coach responds when the driver turns the wheel. The pitman arm is the lever on the steering gear that moves the drag link.
On affected coaches, the collar on the drag link can sit in a position that leaves too little clearance near the pitman arm. If the collar retaining bolt was tightened beyond the specified torque, the collar and bolt area can contact the pitman arm during steering movement. Moving steering parts are not supposed to touch each other.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver should not rely on noise, looseness, or a dashboard light to identify this condition before the steering linkage is inspected.
Who's affected?
Covers H3-41 and H3-45 coach buses across the 2010-2013 model years, all tied to the steering linkage.
| 2010 Prevost H3-41 | steering linkage |
|---|---|
| 2011 Prevost H3-41 | steering linkage |
| 2011 Prevost H3-45 | steering linkage |
| 2010 Prevost H3-45 | steering linkage |
| 2012 Prevost H3-45 | steering linkage |
| 2013 Prevost H3-45 | steering linkage |
| 2012 Prevost H3-41 | steering linkage |
| 2013 Prevost H3-41 | steering linkage |
| Units affected | 6,120 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific bus.
What's the safety risk?
The drag link turnbuckle can fracture without warning. If it breaks while the vehicle is in use, the driver can lose stability and vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Drive cautiously and schedule the inspection soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Prevost dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2013 Prevost H3-41 or H3-45 coach is included in this recall.
- Check for the Prevost owner notice mailed on April 18, 2013.
- Call Prevost customer service at 1-418-883-2888 and reference recall number 13V055 for repair instructions.
- Ask a franchised Prevost dealer about the free drag-link inspection and replacement that fixes the drag-link turnbuckle fracture risk.
- Bring the recall notice and your VIN to the dealer visit.
What happens at the repair
Prevost's remedy is for a Prevost technician to inspect the coach's steering drag link and replace any affected drag link. The inspection focuses on the drag link area where the collar position and an over tightened retaining bolt can interfere with the pitman arm. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Ask the service desk to confirm the recall work tied to campaign 13V055 before the coach is released.
Timeline
| February 15, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 18, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V055?
Recall 13V055 covers 6,120 2010-2013 Prevost H3-41 and H3-45 coaches with a drag link collar and retaining bolt condition that can contact the pitman arm. That contact can fracture the turnbuckle without warning, and Prevost dealers will inspect and replace any affected drag link for free.
What should I do if my 2010-2013 Prevost H3-41 or H3-45 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific coach is included in recall 13V055. If it is, contact a franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the steering drag link inspection. Reference recall number 13V055 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and Prevost's remedy says dealers will inspect the coach and replace any affected drag link for free at a franchised Prevost dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of stability and vehicle control. If the drag link turnbuckle breaks while the coach is in use, the driver can lose control, increasing crash risk. Prevost's free repair path is dealer inspection and replacement of any affected drag link.
What warning signs should I watch for?
There is no warning sign before failure. The recall filing says the turnbuckle can fracture without warning after contact between the drag link collar area and the pitman arm. Use the VIN check, then schedule the free Prevost dealer inspection if your coach is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V055000 |
|---|---|
| Prevost customer service | 1-418-883-2888 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V055 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V055000 |
Source documents
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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 →