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Campaign 16V133 Posted March 4, 2016 1,348 units

2011-2016 Prevost H3/X3 Recall 16V133: Fuel Leak Risk

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 31, 2026

Recall 16V133 affects 1,348 2011-2016 Prevost coaches for coolant-line contact that can spray fuel onto hot exhaust. Repair is free at Prevost dealers.

Prevost is recalling 1,348 2011-2016 H3-41, H3-45, H3-VIP, X3-VIP, XL2 Entertainer, and X3-45 Coach vehicles because a missing coolant-line clip can let the line rub against a braided fuel hose. A resulting fuel leak can spray fuel onto hot exhaust parts and raise the risk of an engine compartment fire; Prevost dealers will complete the repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The coolant line on affected 2011-2016 Prevost H3-41, H3-45, H3-VIP, X3-VIP, XL2 Entertainer, and X3-45 Coach vehicles carries coolant for the oil cooled engine retarder. That retarder helps slow the coach through the engine system, so the hose has to stay routed away from nearby fuel parts.

On these vehicles, a positioning clip that holds the coolant line in place is missing. Without that clip, the coolant line can move and rub against the braided fuel hose at one of the injectors. Over time, that rubbing can wear into the fuel hose and damage a line that is supposed to stay sealed under normal engine operation.

There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is in the hose routing, so an owner or driver should not expect a dashboard message or clear change in how the coach drives before the fuel hose is damaged.

Who's affected?

Scope spans H-series and X-series coach models from 2011-2016, with fuel-system and cooling-system hose components listed across the affected builds.

2012 Prevost H3-41 fuel system
2012 Prevost H3-41 Hoses/lines/piping/fittings
2012 Prevost H3-45 fuel system
2012 Prevost H3-45 Hoses/lines/piping/fittings
2013 Prevost H3-45 fuel system
Units affected1,348
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged no field incidents to date.

A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.

What's the safety risk?

Fuel line contact with the coolant line can abrade the fuel line and cause a leak. Fuel spraying onto hot exhaust components increases the risk of an engine compartment fire. Use caution until the inspection and line securing are complete, and schedule the recall repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2016 Prevost H3-41, H3-45, H3-VIP, X3-VIP, XL2 Entertainer, or X3-45 Coach is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the free fuel-line inspection and coolant-line securing repair.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Prevost sent one. If not, reference recall number 16V133 when you call.
  4. Drive only as needed until the inspection and repair are complete, because fuel spraying onto hot exhaust components raises the engine compartment fire risk.
  5. Call Prevost customer service at 1-418-883-3391 with questions about scheduling or the free repair.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Prevost technician inspects the fuel line for abrasion and replaces it if damage is found. The technician also secures the fuel and coolant lines so the coolant line does not rub against the braided fuel hose at the injector. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid for a related repair before the recall notice, Prevost reviews reimbursement case by case under Volvo Group North America's reimbursement plan. Bring receipts or repair documentation to the service desk.

ReimbursementReimbursement 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 16V133?

Recall 16V133 covers 1,348 2011-2016 Prevost H3-41, H3-45, H3-VIP, X3-VIP, XL2 Entertainer, and X3-45 Coach vehicles. A missing positioning clip can let a coolant line rub against a braided fuel hose at an injector, creating a fuel leak and fire risk.

What should I do if my 2011-2016 Prevost H3-41, H3-45, H3-VIP, X3-VIP, XL2 Entertainer, or X3-45 Coach is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 16V133. If it is, contact a franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the inspection. The dealer will inspect the fuel line for abrasion, replace it as needed, and secure the fuel and coolant lines for free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Prevost's remedy says these repairs are free of charge. A franchised Prevost dealer will inspect the fuel line, replace it if needed, and secure the fuel and coolant lines.

What is the safety risk?

The risk is an engine compartment fire. If the coolant line rubs against the braided fuel hose, contact between the lines can cause a fuel leak and fuel spraying onto hot exhaust components. The free dealer repair secures the lines and replaces an abraded fuel line if needed.

What if I bought my Prevost used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific coach is included, then call a franchised Prevost dealer and reference recall 16V133 when you schedule the inspection.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/16V133000
Prevost customer service1-418-883-3391
NHTSA recall #16V133
NHTSA recall # (full)16V133000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →