Recall 25V290 affects 1 2025 Prevost X3-45 Vip Entertainer vehicle for loose control arm fasteners. Do not drive. Free repair at any franchised Prevost dealer.
Do not drive this vehicle, even for short trips, until the repair is complete. Ask Prevost or the dealer about towing if it must move. A detached control arm can cause loss of steering and vehicle control, which increases crash risk. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.
Prevost is recalling 1 2025 X3-45 Vip Entertainer vehicle because the front lower control arm fasteners were improperly tightened and the control arm can separate. A detached control arm can cause loss of steering and control, increasing crash risk. Do not drive this vehicle until a Prevost dealer completes the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The front lower control arm on the 2025 Prevost X3-45 Vip Entertainer is part of the front suspension. It helps hold the wheel assembly in position as the vehicle steers, brakes, and moves over the road. The lower control arm depends on its mounting fasteners staying tight so the suspension geometry stays controlled.
On the recalled vehicle, the issue is not a broken control arm. The problem is installation: the fasteners securing the front suspension were not properly torqued during manufacturing. If those fasteners loosen, the control arm can separate from its mounting point, which takes away the stable connection the suspension needs.
There is no warning sign before failure. The filing does not identify a specific noise, dashboard message, or handling change that an owner can count on before the control arm separates.
Who's affected?
| 2025 Prevost X3-45 Vip Entertainer | lower control arm |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2025 Prevost X3-45 Vip Entertainer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
Do not drive this vehicle, even for short trips, until the repair is complete. Ask Prevost or the dealer about towing if it must move. A detached control arm can cause loss of steering and vehicle control, which increases crash risk. Repair is free at any franchised Prevost dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025 Prevost X3-45 Vip Entertainer is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the vehicle until the front lower control arm fastener repair is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the vehicle has to be moved to the dealer; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact your nearest franchised Prevost dealer to schedule the free front lower control arm fastener inspection and tightening that keeps the control arm secured.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 25V290 when you call.
- Call Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046 with questions about the repair.
What happens at the repair
Do not drive the vehicle until the recall repair is complete. At the dealer, a Prevost technician inspects the front lower control arm fasteners and tightens them as necessary. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid to inspect and correct this defect before the recall launched, Prevost's reimbursement plan covers that prior work. Bring repair paperwork to the service desk and ask how to submit it under recall 25V290.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 5, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 12, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 19, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| June 19, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| June 19, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V290?
Recall 25V290 covers 1 2025 Prevost X3-45 Vip Entertainer vehicle with front lower control arm fasteners that were improperly tightened. A detached control arm can cause loss of steering and control, increasing crash risk. Prevost will inspect and tighten the fasteners for free.
What should I do if my 2025 Prevost X3-45 Vip Entertainer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V290. If it is, do not drive the vehicle until the repair is complete. Contact Prevost customer service or an authorized Prevost service location and reference recall SR25-13.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Prevost will inspect the front lower control arm fasteners and tighten them as necessary, free of charge.
What does do not drive mean for this Prevost recall?
Do not drive the vehicle until Prevost completes the repair. The recall involves front lower control arm fasteners that can allow control arm separation. If the vehicle needs to move, ask Prevost customer service about safe transport before arranging service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V290000 |
|---|---|
| Prevost customer service | 1-866-870-2046 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V290 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V290000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →