Recall 22V236 affects 33 2018 Prevost X3-45 buses for frayed seat belt buckle wires. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.
Prevost is recalling 33 2018 X3-45 buses because passenger seat belt buckle wires can be frayed. A damaged buckle assembly can stop the belt from buckling properly, which raises injury risk in a crash; Prevost dealers will inspect and repair the seat belt assemblies free of charge.
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What's wrong?
For the 2018 Prevost X3-45, the passenger seat belt buckle is the latch point that accepts the belt tongue and holds the belt closed. In normal use, the buckle assembly keeps the passenger restraint fastened so the belt can hold an occupant in position during a hard stop or crash.
On affected buses, the buckle wire can fray from excessive bending and twisting in service. Prevost traced the problem to a quality issue from the seat belt buckle supplier and to buses built at the Plattsburgh plant during the affected production period. As the wire frays, the buckle assembly loses the condition the restraint system depends on: intact hardware at the latch point.
An owner, operator, or service technician can inspect the seat belt buckle wire for fraying before the damage gets worse. Look at the buckle area closely and ask a Prevost dealer to handle the recall repair if the VIN is included.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Prevost X3-45 | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 33 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
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 assembly can fail to buckle properly, increasing injury risk in a crash. Inspect the seat belt buckle wire for fraying; if you see damage or the buckle does not latch cleanly, avoid that seating position and schedule service. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Prevost X3-45 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the free seat belt buckle replacement that fixes the frayed buckle wires.
- Bring the owner letter Prevost mailed, or reference recall number 22V236 when you call.
- Keep passengers out of any seat with a buckle that does not latch properly until the buckle is replaced.
- Call Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046 if you need help locating service.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Prevost technician replaces the seat belt buckles covered by the recall. The replacement parts and labor are free. If you've already paid for a seat belt buckle change before this safety recall was released, contact Prevost customer service under Prevost's reimbursement plan. Keep repair invoices and payment records together so Prevost can review the prior repair and match it to the recall work.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 12, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 3, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| June 3, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 3, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| October 13, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V236?
Recall 22V236 covers 33 2018 Prevost X3-45 buses with passenger seat belt buckle wires that can fray. A damaged buckle assembly can fail to latch properly, which increases injury risk in a crash. Prevost will replace the seat belt buckles for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Prevost X3-45 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 22V236. If it is, contact a franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the seat belt buckle replacement. Reference recall number 22V236 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and Prevost's remedy says it will replace the seat belt buckles free of charge. Use a franchised Prevost dealer, and reference recall 22V236 when you schedule.
Is it safe to drive my 2018 Prevost X3-45?
The safety risk is tied to passenger seat belt buckles that fail to latch properly. If your VIN is included, schedule the free buckle replacement before regular passenger service, and ask the Prevost dealer what to do if the bus is already in use.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V236000 |
|---|---|
| Prevost customer service | 1-866-870-2046 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V236 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V236000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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