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Campaign 17V618 Posted October 4, 2017 3,163 units

2008-2018 Prevost H3/X3/XL2 Recall 17V618: Fuel Tank

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 25, 2026

Recall 17V618 affects 3,163 2008-2018 Prevost motor coaches because fuel tank cradle bolts can loosen. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.

Prevost is recalling 3,163 2008-2018 H3-45 Vip, X3-45 Vip, X3-45, H3-45, H3-41, X3-45 Vip Entertainer, and XL2 motor coaches because gaps in the fuel tank cradle supports can loosen the attachment bolts. If the tank separates, it can create a road hazard or stall the coach, and either situation increases crash risk; Prevost dealers will complete the free repair.

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What's wrong?

The fuel tank cradle on 2008-2018 Prevost H3-41, H3-45, H3-45 Vip, X3-45, X3-45 Vip, X3-45 Vip Entertainer, and XL2 motor coaches is the metal support structure that holds the diesel tank against the coach frame. Its bolts and support beams are supposed to keep the tank fixed in place through road vibration, braking, and normal body movement.

On affected coaches, shims are missing between the structural lugs and the fuel cradle support beams. That leaves a gap where the cradle connects to the frame. Over time, movement across that gap loosens the attachment bolt torque and weakens the bolt connection. If the bolts fail, the fuel tank can drop from the coach.

There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or technician should not expect a dashboard light, leak, noise, or handling change to appear before the cradle attachment loses support.

Who's affected?

Spans 7 Prevost coach models across the 2008-2018 model years, all tied to the fuel system.

2013 Prevost H3-45 Vip fuel system
2012 Prevost X3-45 Vip fuel system
2013 Prevost X3-45 Vip fuel system
2011 Prevost X3-45 Vip fuel system
2014 Prevost X3-45 fuel system
Units affected3,163
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged 3 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?

If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, it can become a road hazard and the vehicle will stall. Either condition increases the risk of a crash. Schedule the repair soon and avoid unnecessary driving until it is complete. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2018 Prevost H3-45 Vip, X3-45 Vip, X3-45, H3-45, H3-41, X3-45 Vip Entertainer, or XL2 is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the free fuel-tank-cradle mounting repair that secures the tank to the coach frame.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Prevost mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V618 when you call.
  4. Keep the coach out of service until the repair is complete if the fuel tank cradle or mounting area looks loose.
  5. Call Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046 with questions about scheduling or dealer instructions.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Prevost technician corrects the fuel tank cradle mounting so the cradle connects securely to the coach frame and the attachment bolts stay tightened. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered by Prevost. If you already paid for a related fuel tank cradle repair before the owner notice, Prevost handles reimbursement case by case under the manufacturer's standard reimbursement plan. Bring repair orders, receipts, and payment documentation to the service desk or contact Prevost customer service.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

October 4, 2017 NHTSA published the recall
December 2, 2017 VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
December 2, 2017 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
December 4, 2017 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 17V618?

Recall 17V618 covers 3,163 2008-2018 Prevost H3-41, H3-45, H3-45 Vip, X3-45, X3-45 Vip, X3-45 Vip Entertainer, and XL2 motor coaches. Gaps in the fuel tank cradle supports can let mounting bolts loosen and fail, allowing the fuel tank to separate from the coach.

What should I do if my 2008-2018 Prevost H3-45 Vip, X3-45 Vip, X3-45, H3-45, H3-41, X3-45 Vip Entertainer, or XL2 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific coach is included in recall 17V618. If it is, contact a franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the fuel tank cradle mounting correction. Reference recall number 17V618 or Prevost recall SR17-28 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Prevost dealers will correct the fuel tank cradle mounting free of charge. Parts and labor are covered under recall 17V618.

What is the safety risk in recall 17V618?

The risk is that the fuel tank can separate from the coach. A separated fuel tank creates a road hazard, and the coach would stall if the tank falls from the vehicle. Either scenario increases crash risk.

When did Prevost start this recall repair?

Prevost began the recall on December 4, 2017. The remedy is available, so included owners can contact a franchised Prevost dealer for the free fuel tank cradle mounting correction. Prevost customer service is listed at 1-866-870-2046.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V618000
Prevost customer service1-866-870-2046
NHTSA recall #17V618
NHTSA recall # (full)17V618000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →