Recall 13V472 covers 35 2005-2014 Prevost buses with incorrect tire-pressure certification plates. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.
Prevost is recalling 35 2005-2014 buses, including Xlii, XLII-45 Entertainer, H3-45 Vip, H3-45, and X3-45 models equipped with super single tires, because the certification plate lists rear tire pressure above the tire specification. Overinflation can reduce traction, braking ability, and handling, increasing crash risk, and the Prevost dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The certification plate on affected 2005-2014 Prevost buses is the label that tells a tire shop or service technician the correct cold tire pressure. Cold pressure means the tire is checked before heat from driving raises the reading. On these Xlii, XLII-45 Entertainer, H3-45 Vip, H3-45, and X3-45 buses, that label is tied to the rear axle tires.
The problem is that the plate lists a cold inflation pressure that is higher than the specification for the super single tires installed on the rear axle. If a technician follows the plate, the rear tires are inflated above the tire specification. The tire itself is not described as defective in this recall; the incorrect pressure information is the defect.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because this is a label and inflation specification problem, the driver is not given a normal dashboard warning or handling change that confirms the rear tires were set to the wrong pressure.
Who's affected?
Spans Xlii, XLII-45 Entertainer, H3-45 Vip, H3-45, and X3-45 buses across the 2005-2014 model years, all tied to the vehicle label.
| 2005 Prevost Xlii | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2007 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2008 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2009 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2008 Prevost H3-45 Vip | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2011 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2010 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2006 Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2012 Prevost H3-45 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2013 Prevost X3-45 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2013 Prevost H3-45 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2014 Prevost H3-45 | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 35 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
Tire overinflation reduces traction, braking ability, and handling. That raises crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the label replacement and avoid relying on incorrect tire-pressure information until the certification plate is corrected. Repair will be free at any franchised Prevost dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2014 Prevost Xlii, XLII-45 Entertainer, H3-45 Vip, H3-45, or X3-45 bus is included in this recall.
- Review the owner notice Prevost mailed on November 22, 2013, then contact Prevost before scheduling service.
- Contact a franchised Prevost dealer about the free certification-plate replacement that corrects the rear-tire inflation pressure label.
- Reference recall number 13V472 and Prevost recall SR13-61 when you call.
- Use the tire pressure shown in the corrected service guidance until the certification plate is replaced.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available for your VIN, a Prevost technician replaces the certification plate at no charge. The plate is the vehicle label that lists required information, including tire pressure. For this recall, the rear tire pressure printed on the plate was higher than the specification for the super single tires installed on the rear axle. The repair is a label replacement, not a tire replacement, unless the dealer finds a separate tire issue during service. Parts and labor for the recall repair are covered.
Timeline
| September 26, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 22, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V472?
Recall 13V472 covers 35 2005-2014 Prevost Xlii, XLII-45 Entertainer, H3-45 Vip, H3-45, and X3-45 buses with super single tires. The certification plate lists a cold inflation pressure above the tire specification, which can lead to overinflation. Prevost dealers replace the certification plate for free.
What should I do if my 2005-2014 Prevost Xlii, XLII-45 Entertainer, H3-45 Vip, H3-45, or X3-45 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 13V472. If it is, contact a franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the free certification plate replacement. Reference Prevost recall number SR13-61 when you call.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to complete the recall repair at no cost, and Prevost dealers replace the certification plate free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced traction, braking ability, and handling from tire overinflation. That condition increases crash risk. Until the certification plate is corrected, use the tire pressure specification for the installed super single rear tires, not an overstated plate value.
When did Prevost start this recall?
Prevost began the recall on November 22, 2013. If you own one of the listed buses and never received notice, check your VIN and contact a franchised Prevost dealer. You can also call Prevost at 1-418-883-2888 and reference SR13-61.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V472000 |
|---|---|
| Prevost customer service | 1-418-883-2888 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V472 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V472000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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