Recall 16V131 affects 237 2015-2016 Prevost X3-45 vehicles for cracked sliding passenger seat attachments. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.
Prevost is recalling 237 2015-2016 X3-45 vehicles because American Seating sliding passenger seats can crack where the seat frame meets the support pedestal. A cracked attachment can weaken the seat structure and raise passenger injury risk in a crash; Prevost dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The sliding passenger seat in a 2015-2016 Prevost X3-45 is built to move on its track while staying anchored to a pedestal under the seat frame. That pedestal is the support structure that holds the seat to the coach floor, so the attachment between the frame and pedestal has to carry passenger weight and road vibration.
On affected X3-45 coaches equipped with American Seating sliding passenger seats, cracks can form where the seat frame attaches to the support pedestal. Prevost traced the problem to the seat design, and later seats used a slight design change at that attachment point. Once cracking starts, the seat loses some of the support it is supposed to have, and the frame can fail under use.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or operator should not count on visible cracking, looseness, or noise to appear before the seat support gives way.
Who's affected?
Covers the X3-45 across the 2015 and 2016 model years, with the same seat assembly listed for both years.
| 2015 Prevost X3-45 | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| 2016 Prevost X3-45 | seat assembly |
| Units affected | 237 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A cracked seat attachment can weaken the seat structure and increase the risk of passenger injury in a crash. If your VIN is included, schedule the repair soon and limit use of the affected sliding seat until it is replaced. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Prevost X3-45 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the free sliding-seat replacement that addresses cracks between the seat frame and support pedestal.
- Bring the recall notice if Prevost mailed one. If not, reference recall number 16V131 when you call.
- Keep passengers out of any sliding seat that shows cracks or looseness until the dealer repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Prevost technician replaces the American Seating sliding passenger seats covered by recall 16V131. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. The seat work is available now because the recall repair opened in 2016. If you paid out of pocket for the same seat repair before the owner notice, Prevost handles reimbursement through the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan on a case by case basis. Bring repair invoices and payment records when you contact Prevost customer service or the dealer.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| March 4, 2016 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 20, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
| April 20, 2016 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| April 20, 2016 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 16V131?
Recall 16V131 covers 237 2015-2016 Prevost X3-45 coaches equipped with American Seating sliding passenger seats. Cracks can form between the seat frame and support pedestal, which can weaken the seat attachment and raise passenger injury risk in a crash. Prevost dealers replace the sliding seats for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Prevost X3-45 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific X3-45 is included in recall 16V131. If it is, contact a franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the sliding-seat replacement. Reference recall number 16V131000 or Prevost recall SR16-305 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the Prevost recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost to owners. Prevost dealers will replace the affected sliding passenger seats free of charge at any franchised Prevost dealer.
What is the safety risk with recall 16V131?
The risk is passenger injury in a crash. The seat attachment can crack where the sliding seat frame meets the support pedestal. If that attachment loses strength, the seat can fail to protect the passenger as intended during a crash.
When did Prevost start the recall repair?
Prevost began the recall repair on April 20, 2016. If your VIN is included and the seat repair is still open, call Prevost customer service at 1-418-883-3391 or a franchised Prevost dealer and reference recall SR16-305.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V131000 |
|---|---|
| Prevost customer service | 1-418-883-3391 |
| NHTSA recall # | 16V131 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 16V131000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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