Recall 14V095 covers 59 2013-2014 Prevost H3-45 Vip, H3-45, and H3-41 coaches for mis-stripped battery-cable insulation. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.
Prevost is recalling 59 2013-2014 H3-45 Vip, H3-45, and H3-41 coaches because KALAS-brand battery cable insulation at the crimped terminal ends was not stripped back correctly. A lost connection to the engine electronic control unit can shut down the engine and increase crash risk; the Prevost dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The battery power cable feeds electrical power to the engine electronic control unit on 2013-2014 Prevost H3-45 Vip, H3-45, and H3-41 coaches. That control unit is the computer that manages engine operation, and it depends on a steady electrical supply. At the terminal end, the crimped connector is supposed to clamp onto bare cable strands so current has a solid path.
On affected coaches, KALAS-brand battery cables were built with insulation left too far into the crimped terminal end on the power cable to the engine control unit. Instead of gripping bare conductor, the terminal can press partly on insulation. That creates an incomplete electrical connection at a point that needs firm metal-to-metal contact.
There is no warning sign before failure. The coach can seem normal until the connection stops carrying power cleanly, so describe the issue to the Prevost dealer as the KALAS-brand battery cable terminal crimp for the engine electronic control unit.
Who's affected?
Covers three H3 coach variants across the 2013 and 2014 model years, all tied to the battery-cable component.
| 2013 Prevost H3-45 Vip | battery |
|---|---|
| 2014 Prevost H3-45 | battery |
| 2014 Prevost H3-41 | battery |
| 2014 Prevost H3-45 Vip | battery |
| Units affected | 59 |
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?
A power cable that loses connection to the engine electronic control unit can shut the engine down while the vehicle is moving, increasing crash risk. Treat any stall as a reason to get out of traffic, stop in a safe place, and call a Prevost dealer before continuing. Repair will be free at any franchised Prevost dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Prevost H3-45 Vip, H3-45, or H3-41 coach is included in this recall.
- Use Prevost's owner notice, mailed April 23, 2014, before scheduling dealer work.
- Call Prevost at 1-877-773-8678 with questions and reference recall number 14V095 when you call.
- Contact a franchised Prevost dealer about the battery-cable inspection and replacement that fixes the engine-control-unit power connection.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Pull over safely if the engine loses power.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Prevost technician inspects the battery cables, including the crimped terminal ends on the power cable to the engine electronic control unit. If the cable insulation was not stripped back correctly, the technician replaces the affected battery cables. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 14V095 for the included H3-45 Vip, H3-45, and H3-41 coaches.
Timeline
| March 4, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 23, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V095?
Recall 14V095 covers 59 2013-2014 Prevost H3-45 Vip, H3-45, and H3-41 coaches with KALAS-brand battery cables. If the power cable loses connection to the engine electronic control unit, the engine can shut down and increase crash risk. Prevost dealers inspect and replace the cables for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Prevost H3-45 Vip, H3-45, or H3-41 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific coach is included in recall 14V095. If it is, contact a franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the battery-cable inspection and replacement. Reference recall number 14V095 or Prevost recall SR14-10 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair covered safety defects at no cost. Prevost dealers inspect the battery cables and replace them, as needed, free of charge under recall 14V095.
Is it safe to drive my Prevost coach before the recall repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety risk is that a lost engine-control-unit power connection can shut the engine down and increase crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free inspection and cable replacement before regular service.
When did Prevost start this recall repair?
Prevost began recall 14V095 on April 23, 2014. Owners with questions can contact Prevost at 1-877-773-8678, then schedule the free battery-cable inspection and replacement through a franchised Prevost dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V095000 |
|---|---|
| Prevost customer service | 1-877-773-8678 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V095 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V095000 |
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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