1995 PREVOST H3-41 Recalls (6)

Campaign:
95E003015 on 09/27/1995
Component:
Service brakes, air:supply:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Manufactured:
01/31/1994 - 05/31/1995
Affected:
298
Defect:
Air system blockage in the air dryer occurs degrading the moisture removing capabilities of the dryer when the vehicle is operated in a cold environment and moisture accumulates and freezes in the air dryer or in the line between the dryer and the air system reservoir. the air dryer can become overpressurized causing the air dryer cartridge to separate from the mounting base.
Consequence:
If the air dryer separates from the base, the cartridge can separate sufficiently enough to cause personal injury or property damage.
Correction:
Dealers will equip air systems with a pressure relief valve to be located between the compressor and the air dryer. this pressure relief valve is intended to vent if excessive pressure develops in the air dryer.
Notes:
System: brakes; air dryer.vehicle description: transit buses equipped with rockwell wabco system saver"1000" air dryer.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
96V127000 on 07/09/1996
Component:
Electrical system:ignition
Manufactured:
12/31/1994 - 05/31/1996
Affected:
677
Defect:
The positive wire connected to post #1 on the starter solenoid could contact the ground wire on the solenoid (post #2) and create a short circuit.
Consequence:
This condition can cause a short circuit and result in a possible fire.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect and replace the cables changing the cable position.
Notes:
System: electrical; ignition. vehicle description: transit buses. owner notification: owner notification began in june 1996. note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
97V100000 on 06/19/1997
Component:
Structure:frame and members
Affected:
1,245
Defect:
Vehicle description: transit buses. the rear suspension forward radius rod support needs reinforcement and the radius rod retaining bolts could become loose.
Consequence:
If the rod supports fractured, separation could occur increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Dealers will add additional reinforcement plates and check the bolts for tightness, and, if necessary, retighten these bolts.
Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification began may 16, 1997. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Campaign:
98V024000 on 02/24/1998
Component:
Suspension:front
Manufactured:
12/31/1993 - 12/30/1997
Affected:
1,051
Defect:
Vehicle description: transit buses with drive axle equipped with drum brakes only. the design of the differential cross-member reinforcement can crack under certain applications.
Consequence:
This condition could reduce the steering capability making it difficult for the driver to do accurate turns.
Correction:
Dealers will install two other reinforcements to solidify the cross-member assembly.
Notes:
Owner notification began december 10, 1997. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
98V172000 on 07/30/1998
Component:
Electrical system:battery:cables
Manufactured:
04/30/1994 - 06/29/1998
Affected:
1,814
Defect:
Vehicle description: transit coaches. the alternator and battery cables were not properly installed.
Consequence:
This condition can cause the nuts to loosen over a period of time causing a short circuit and possible fire hazard.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect, remove and re-install the alternator and battery cables.
Notes:
Owner notification began september 22, 1998.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
00V389000 on 11/28/2000
Component:
Suspension
Manufactured:
12/31/1989 - 12/30/2000
Affected:
3,600
Defect:
Vehicle description: transit coaches. the reinforcement brackets were not welded on the tag axle.
Consequence:
This condition could result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will weld the brackets on the tab axle.
Notes:
Owner notification began november 21, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-831-2046.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

1995 PREVOST H3-41 TSBs (4)

Bulletin:
MI9806
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Replacement of plastic brackets located in rear baggage compartment. *yc
Bulletin:
WB9807
Component:
062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
Summary:
Subjec on the use of thermostat to cancel all a/c module functions. *yc
Bulletin:
MI07-04
Component:
021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:
Prevost: oil lubricated wheel hub bearings. for maximum performances and safety, ensuring that the wheel hubs are inspected daily and lubricated in regular intervals is of the utmost importance. *js
Bulletin:
MI08-06
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Prevost: relocating the electrical system monitor and adding fuses to wires 12be and 24be. *kb

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