Recall 14V206 affects 80 2010-2014 Prevost X3-45 and H3-45 coaches for seat-belt damage from raised seat bases. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.
Prevost is recalling 80 2010-2014 X3-45 and H3-45 coaches because raised Amaya seat bases can rub against seat belts and damage them. A damaged belt can fail in a crash and raise injury risk for the seated passenger; the Prevost dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
On affected 2010-2014 Prevost X3-45 and H3-45 coaches, Amaya seats use a seat base that raises and lowers to make room for wheelchair access. The seat belt is the passenger restraint that holds the occupant against the seat during a sudden stop. It has to stay intact and routed cleanly so it can lock and hold load as designed.
The problem starts when the seat base moves up or down. During that movement, the base can rub against the seat belt. Repeated contact can damage the belt webbing, leaving it weakened or worn where it passes near the moving seat base. A damaged belt does not provide the same protection in a crash or hard stop.
There is no warning sign before failure. Check for visible belt damage such as fraying, cuts, pinched fabric, or worn spots near the raised seat base, and have a Prevost dealer inspect the coach if any belt looks damaged.
Who's affected?
Spans the X3-45 and H3-45 bus lines across five model years, all tied to seat belts.
| 2010 Prevost X3-45 | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2010 Prevost H3-45 | seat belt |
| 2011 Prevost H3-45 | seat belt |
| 2011 Prevost X3-45 | seat belt |
| 2012 Prevost H3-45 | seat belt |
| 2012 Prevost X3-45 | seat belt |
| 2013 Prevost X3-45 | seat belt |
| 2013 Prevost H3-45 | seat belt |
| 2014 Prevost H3-45 | seat belt |
| Units affected | 80 |
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?
A damaged seat belt can fail during a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the person in that seat. If your VIN is included, schedule the inspection promptly and follow Prevost dealer guidance until the belt attachment is corrected. Repair will be free at any franchised Prevost dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2010-2014 Prevost X3-45 or H3-45 coach is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Prevost dealer to ask whether the free seat-belt inspection and attachment-point repair is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 14V206 when you call, and mention the Amaya seat base rubbing against the seat belt.
- Bring the recall notice if Prevost mailed one, or bring your VIN and registration so the dealer can confirm the campaign.
- Avoid raising and lowering the wheelchair-accommodation seat base until the dealer inspects the seat belt and changes the attachment point.
What happens at the repair
The remedy record says Prevost began owner notification on June 16, 2014. At the dealer, a Prevost technician inspects the seat belts for damage where the raised seat base rubs against the belt. Any damaged seat belts are replaced, and the attachment point at the seat is changed so the belt is kept out of the rub path. The inspection, replacement, and attachment point change are free under the recall.
Timeline
| April 18, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 16, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V206?
Recall 14V206 covers 80 2010-2014 Prevost X3-45 and H3-45 coaches equipped with Amaya seats that have a raised wheelchair seat base. The seat base can rub against the seat belt during movement and damage the belt.
What should I do if my 2010-2014 Prevost X3-45 or H3-45 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific coach is included in recall 14V206. If it is, contact a franchised Prevost dealer for the seat-belt inspection and repair. Reference recall number 14V206 or Prevost recall SR14-26 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Prevost dealers will inspect the seat belts, replace damaged belts, and change the seat attachment point free of charge under recall 14V206.
What is the safety risk in recall 14V206?
The risk is seat-belt failure in a crash. Under recall 14V206, a raised Amaya seat base can rub against the belt and damage it. A damaged belt can fail during a crash, increasing injury risk for that seat occupant.
When did the Prevost recall repair start?
The recall repair began on June 16, 2014. Prevost said dealers would inspect and replace damaged seat belts, then change the seat attachment point to remove the damage risk. Owners can call Prevost customer service at 1-877-773-8678.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V206000 |
|---|---|
| Prevost customer service | 1-877-773-8678 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V206 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V206000 |
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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