2015 PREVOST H3-41 Recalls (5)

Campaign:
15V119000 on 03/01/2015
Component:
Equipment
Manufactured:
07/22/2013 - 11/27/2014
Affected:
291
Defect:
Prevost cars, inc. (prevost) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 prevost xlii-45, x3-45, x3-45 vip, h3-41, h3-45, and h3-45 vip motorcoaches manufactured july 23, 2013, to november 28, 2014, and equipped with certain kidde plastic valve disposable handheld fire extinguishers. these fire extinguishers may not fully discharge as designed when the lever is pressed.
Consequence:
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not work correctly, there is an increased risk of injury to the bus occupants.
Correction:
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fire extinguisher if necessary, free of charge. the recall began march 27, 2015. owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-877-773-8678. prevost's number for this recall is sr15-03.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
16V133000 on 03/03/2016
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
Manufactured:
06/12/2011 - 01/20/2016
Affected:
1,348
Defect:
Prevost cars, inc. (prevost) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 h3-41 and h3-45, 2011-2016 h3-vip, 2011-2016 x3-45 coach vehicles, 2012-2016 x3-vip vehicles, and 2011-2013 xl2 entertainer vehicles. the coolant line on the affected vehicles may be missing a positioning clip, allowing the coolant line to rub against the braided fuel hose at one of the injectors.
Consequence:
Contact between the fuel line and the coolant line may cause a fuel leak and result in fuel spraying onto hot exhaust components increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Correction:
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasion, replacing it as necessary. the fuel and coolant lines will be properly secured. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on april 20, 2016. owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-418-883-3391. prevost's number for this recall is sr16-18.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
16V133000 on 03/03/2016
Component:
Fuel system, diesel
Manufactured:
06/12/2011 - 01/20/2016
Affected:
1,348
Defect:
Prevost cars, inc. (prevost) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 h3-41 and h3-45, 2011-2016 h3-vip, 2011-2016 x3-45 coach vehicles, 2012-2016 x3-vip vehicles, and 2011-2013 xl2 entertainer vehicles. the coolant line on the affected vehicles may be missing a positioning clip, allowing the coolant line to rub against the braided fuel hose at one of the injectors.
Consequence:
Contact between the fuel line and the coolant line may cause a fuel leak and result in fuel spraying onto hot exhaust components increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Correction:
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasion, replacing it as necessary. the fuel and coolant lines will be properly secured. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began on april 20, 2016. owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-418-883-3391. prevost's number for this recall is sr16-18.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
17V618000 on 10/04/2017
Component:
Fuel system, diesel:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
10/05/2008 - 09/21/2017
Affected:
3,163
Defect:
Prevost cars, inc. (prevost) is recalling certain 2008-2018 h3-41, h3-45, h3-45 vip, x3-45, x3-45 vip, x3-45 vip entertainer, and xl2 motor coaches. the fuel tank cradle supports may have gaps at the points where the cradle connects to the coach frame, which can allow the attachment bolts to loosen and fail causing the fuel tank to fall from the vehicle.
Consequence:
If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, it could be a road hazard and the vehicle would stall. either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will correct the fuel tank cradle mounting, free of charge. the recall began on december 4, 2017. owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. prevost's number for this recall is sr17-28.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
17V737000 on 11/21/2017
Component:
Equipment
Manufactured:
05/04/2008 - 09/29/2017
Affected:
1,989
Defect:
Prevost cars, inc. (prevost) is recalling certain 2009-2018 h3-41, h3-45, h3-45 vip, x3-45, x3-45 vip, and x3-45 vip entertainer vehicles, equipped with certain kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers. these extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. for a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf
Consequence:
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Correction:
Prevost will notify owners, and instruct them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. prevost issued an interim notification to owners on february 13, 2018. owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046, or kidde customer service toll free at 1-855-262-3540 or online at www.kidde.com and click on "product safety recall" for more information. prevost's number for this recall is sr17-31.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2015 PREVOST H3-41 TSBs (89)

Bulletin:
WB15-26
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
Summary to be provided on a future date.
Bulletin:
MI16-34
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
"this maintenance information describes the steps to be followed on your computer to add the volvo engine brake auto mode on the vehicle. the auto mode may be added on us10 and obd13 vehicles that were built before the introduction of the
Bulletin:
WB15-19G
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, vibration is causing damage to a/c compressor and compressor harness connectors. addition of a reinforcement bracket to bitzer a/c compressor is needed to increase the installation stiffness and re
Bulletin:
IS-15003C
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to use the bosch hd10 24v-150a alternator conversion kit
Bulletin:
IS-17900
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to install a wheel fender stainless steel protector
Bulletin:
MI16-17E
Component:
112000 electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Summary:
This maintenance information explains how to remove and install the bosch hd10 (120a or 150a) alternator.
Bulletin:
WB16-02E
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, it is necessary to perform a multiplex software update plus other corrective measures to improve the charging system.
Bulletin:
WB14-42A
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, perform a power source improvement and a multiplex software update for the steering gateway module. on a limited number of vehicles, the module will be replaced with the latest version of the part.
Bulletin:
WB14-39
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin inspect a power cable going to the condenser fan motor. after inspection, add a decal inside the a/c control box cover.
Bulletin:
WB14-44B
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, changing of vecu (vehicle electronic control unit) parameters is necessary. this update must be carried out by qualified technicians. make an appointment with your nearest prevost service center.
Bulletin:
SP14-46
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This bulletin is performed on a fix as fail basis. on the vehicles affected by this bulletin, update to the latest configuration of wiring and sensors for the bitzer compressor.
Bulletin:
IS-13169
Component:
263000 forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to install the aware adaptive cruise braking (acb) flr20 radar sensor replacement kits # 145372 and 145373
Bulletin:
WB14-45C
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin remove the acm relay and base identified r49. reconnect the 24v power wire and protect the remaining signal wires with shrink tube.
Bulletin:
WB14-47B
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, perform a software update of ecm (engine control module) and acm (aftertreatment control module) to provide improved temperature-related behaviour. the software will also change urea dosing valve b
Bulletin:
MI16-10A
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
This maintenance information applies only to vehicles equipped with 19000 lb independent front suspension (ifs) and 22.5 x 10.5 alcoa aluminum wheels for 365/70 r 22.5 size tires. when balancing this wheel for installation on the ifs, a spe
Bulletin:
WB16-02C
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, it is necessary to perform a multiplex software update plus other corrective measures to improve the charging system. the corrective measures of this bulletin are very important and must all be ca
Bulletin:
IS-15003D
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This insruction sheet explains how to insall the bosch hd10 24v-150a alternator conversion kit ? twin bosch mounted on volvo d13 engine
Bulletin:
CK17-19A
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This conversion kit explains how to remove tgw1 from vehicles using tech tool, no manual vda changes needed. this conversion kit will work for any vehicle equipped with tgw1 up to the vin's listed on the bulletin.
Bulletin:
MI16-05
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This maintenance information shares information about the bendix m-32qr valve replaced by m-40qr model htat need to be taken into consideration, specially when switching them for the first time on a vehicle.
Bulletin:
WB16-04
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin the steering damping cylinder rod end spherical bearing may be loose in its housing. replace as required and secure the steering damper spherical bearing with the provided hardware.
Bulletin:
MI16-16
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This procedure explains how to perform a starter removal and installation, and does apply to melco 105p70 starter part number #21212425.
Bulletin:
IS-14085
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to prevent ac copper pipes chaffing at engine bulkhead
Bulletin:
MI16-10
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
This information letter applies only to vehicles equipped with 19000 lb independent front suspension (ifs) and 22.5 x 10.5 alcoa aluminum wheels for 365/70 r 22.5 size tires. when balancing this wheel for installation on the ifs, a specifi
Bulletin:
MI16-15A
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
The beru sensors used on prevost vehicles to monitor tire pressure (tpms system) are being replaced by new huf sensors and their corresponding stainless valves stems. since the older and newer sensors are using different valve stems, repla
Bulletin:
MI16-23
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This maintenance information explains that decals are available to update the front junction box on 2013 to 2016 prevost vehicles; the decals will provide updated information and component descriptions. refer to the identification part of t
Bulletin:
WB16-02
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, it is necessary to perform a multiplex software update plus other corrective measures to improve the charging system.
Bulletin:
Mi16-28
Component:
135000 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices
Summary:
This maintenance information explains that on vehicles equipped with ramco rear-view mirrors in winter conditions, ice may accumulate in the gap between the glass bottom edge and shell. the ice may impede mirror adjustment. installing a dri
Bulletin:
MI16-14
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Use this procedure when a suspension height check or adjustment must be performed.
Bulletin:
Wb16-29
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, update ems and acm software to the latest version available. this update must be carried out by qualified technicians. as soon as possible, make an appointment with your nearest prevost service cen
Bulletin:
WB16-02B
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, it is necessary to perform a multiplex software update plus other corrective measures to improve the charging system.
Bulletin:
MI16-15B
Component:
351300 equipment:recreational vehicle:lpg tank valve/gauge
Summary:
The beru sensors used on prevost vehicles to monitor tire pressure (tpms system) are being replaced by new huf sensors and their corresponding stainless valves stems. since the older and newer sensors are using different valve stems, repla
Bulletin:
IS-15003B
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to use the bosch hd10 24v-150a alternator conversion kit
Bulletin:
SCI16-40A
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, replace the engine information decal located in the engine compartment.
Bulletin:
WB16-33A
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, replace the engine information decal located in the engine compartment.
Bulletin:
CK17-27
Component:
356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:
This conversion kit explains how to to disable the acb radar.
Bulletin:
SP15-15B
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, perform software updates of the engine management system (ems) and instrument cluster. the cluster update affects the beep sound level. some vehicles will need both systems updated. other vehicles
Bulletin:
WB15-26B
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin the brake hose may come in contact with the air spring support when the front axle is in low or high position, either by kneeling or low-high buoy. perform an inspection. depending on the result, ad
Bulletin:
WB15-10A
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, inspect the lower oil fill tube flexible tube. if it is made of black material (edpm), replace tube. green and blue silicone hoses are accepted.
Bulletin:
WB15-19
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, vibration is causing damage to a/c compressor and compressor harness connectors. addition of a reinforcement bracket to bitzer a/c compressor is needed to increase the installation stiffness and re
Bulletin:
MI15-43A
Component:
112000 electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Summary:
New aramid cord poly-v belts are now available to replace the polyester cord alternator belts previously used on prevost vehicles.
Bulletin:
CK17-30
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, it is now possible to replace the older generation tgw 2.0 (3g network) by the newer 2.1 version (4g the network) using accessory kit 23266301 and the following procedure.
Bulletin:
IS-17043
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to optimise the operation of the lavatory fan
Bulletin:
IS-15003D
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to use the bosch hd10 24v-150a alternator conversion kit
Bulletin:
IS-17900A
Component:
200000 wheels
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to install a wheel fender stainless steel protector
Bulletin:
WB17-02
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This bulletin explains how install an extension to the linear thermal detector (ltd) over the alternators
Bulletin:
Mi16-15
Component:
199000 tires:pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Summary:
The beru sensors used on prevost vehicles to monitor tire pressure (tpms system) are being replaced by new huf sensors and their corresponding stainless valves stems. since the older and newer sensors are using different valve stems, repla
Bulletin:
WB14-47B
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, perform a software update of ecm (engine control module) and acm (aftertreatment control module) to provide improved temperature-related behaviour. the software will also change urea dosing valve b
Bulletin:
MI15-02
Component:
105500 power train:driveline:differential unit
Summary:
This maintenance information presents an improved differential breather kit, identical to the one now used in production. this new breather incorporates a "j" shaped hose that prevents oil leakage and water ingestion while allowing the axle
Bulletin:
IS-17043A
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to optimise the operation of the lavatory fan
Bulletin:
MI17-22
Component:
071100 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
This maintenance information explains how to inspect the fuel tank cradle mounting screws on a yearly basis
Bulletin:
Wb18-01
Component:
171100 latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, it is necessary to add two metal reinforcement plates to all the parcel rack door supports that are holding a door gas shock.
Bulletin:
IS-17016
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This instruciton sheet explains how to relocate the rv-3 valve
Bulletin:
IS-17071
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to install an eld interface on obd vehicles
Bulletin:
IS-17907
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to install the volvo electronic logging device (eld)
Bulletin:
IS-13169A
Component:
030000 brakes (pws)
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to install the aware adaptive cruise braking (acb) flr20 radar sensor replacement kits # 145372 and 145373
Bulletin:
SP15-15A
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, perform software updates of the engine management system (ems) and instrument cluster. the cluster update affects the beep sound level. some vehicles will need both systems updated. other vehicles
Bulletin:
IS-15003A
Component:
112000 electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to use the bosch hd10 24v-150a altenrator conversion kit
Bulletin:
WB15-10
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, inspect the lower oil fill tube flexible tube. if it is made of black material (edpm), replace tube. green and blue silicone hoses are accepted.
Bulletin:
WB15-25
Component:
021300 suspension:front:shock absorber
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin inspect the clamp retaining the brake hose supports to make sure it does not contact with the shock absorber.
Bulletin:
WB15-26
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin the brake hose may come in contact with the air spring support when the front axle is in low or high position, either by kneeling or low-high buoy. perform an inspection. depending on the result, ad
Bulletin:
MI15-24
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This maintenance information explains how to perform an inspection of the vehicle power cables. power cables in poor condition can be the cause of failures and serious damages in the engine compartment.
Bulletin:
MI15-18
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
This maintenance information does explain how five year old vehicles and older should be subjected to a thorough structural inspection.
Bulletin:
MI15-43
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
New aramid cord poly-v belts are now available to replace the polyester cord alternator belts previously used on prevost vehicles equipped with bosch hd10 alternators.
Bulletin:
MI15-41
Component:
123000 exterior lighting:tail lights
Summary:
This maintenance information reminds prevost customers that cleaning products designed for external washing of vehicles should be used for exterior vehicle wash and in particular, for the washing of polycarbonate taillights.
Bulletin:
MI15-45
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
This maintenance information exlpains how to install kit mi15-45 frame reinforcement, in case a stress crack develops on the left rear frame support beam
Bulletin:
WB15-53A
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
On the vehicles covered by this bulletin, two dpf (diesel particulate filter) plugs may be loose. if a plug is loose, it may fall out under the effect of vibration. this may cause leakage of hot exhaust gases. it is therefore necessary to c
Bulletin:
IS-15907A
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to assemble the bendix flr10 and flr20 radar sensor alignment tool
Bulletin:
MI15-61
Component:
060000 engine (pws)
Summary:
This maintrenance infomration explains that the castrol syntrans oil isn?t fully approved for 500 000 miles (800 000 km) extended drain intervals on the volvo i-shift transmission. for this reason, this oil has been downgraded to regular d
Bulletin:
MI15-51
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
This maintenance information explains how to run a n air conditionning performance test
Bulletin:
WB14-06G
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, perform the following verifications and modifications on the a/c system: bulletin is divided in five steps, refer to detailed instructions below. step 1: unloader replacement (step moved to war
Bulletin:
MI1434C
Component:
185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
Summary:
This maintenance information presents how to align the prevost aware adaptive cruise braking (acb)flr20 radar sensor.
Bulletin:
MI16-17F
Component:
111000 electrical system:battery
Summary:
This maintenance information explains how to remove and install the bosch hd10 (120a or 150a) alternators
Bulletin:
MI18-02
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This mainteannce informaiton presents the latest engine oil & filter change intervals for the volvo engine
Bulletin:
WB15-19H
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
This bulletin explains how to add a reinforcement bracket to bitzer a/c compressor to increase the installation stiffness and reduce vibration amplitude.
Bulletin:
IS-13009B
Component:
017000 steering:linkages
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to install and adjust drag link # 660699
Bulletin:
IS-17905
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to install an eld interface kit on pre-obd prevost vehicles equipped with volvo d13 engines
Bulletin:
WB18-15
Component:
117000 digital instrument panel
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, the instrument cluster software must be updated. this mandatory cluster software update will raise the primary and secondary air system ?low pressure warning? set point.
Bulletin:
IS-18902
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
This instruction sheet explains how to installa parcel rack door kits
Bulletin:
MI18-16A
Component:
112000 electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Summary:
This maintenance information presents guidelines to help with the diagnosis of the bosch hd10 alternators
Bulletin:
MI18-21
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
This maintenance information presents information about the bitzer a/c compressor oil change interval and reminds technicians to clean the oil filter/strainer and the magnetic drain plug.
Bulletin:
MI18-18
Component:
354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
Summary:
This maintenance information explains how to tow and hoist prevost vehicles.
Bulletin:
IS-15003E
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This insruction sheet explains how to insall the bosch hd10 24v-150a alternator conversion kit ? twin bosch mounted on volvo d13 engine
Bulletin:
WB16-02H
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, it is necessary to perform a multiplex software update plus other corrective measures to improve the charging system.
Bulletin:
WB18-01A
Component:
160000 structure
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, it is necessary to add two metal reinforcement plates to all the parcel rack door supports that are holding a door gas shock.
Bulletin:
MI16-17G
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This maintenance information explains how to remove and install the bosch hd10 (120a or 150a) alternators
Bulletin:
MI18-18A
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
This maintenance information explains how to tow and hoist prevost vehicles.
Bulletin:
MI18-21A
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
This maintenance information presents information about the bitzer a/c compressor oil change interval and reminds technicians to clean the oil filter/strainer and the magnetic drain plug.
Bulletin:
MI18-37
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This maintenance information presents information about the removal or installation of the lang kk73.1 electromagnetic clutch - part of the bitzer (model 4nfcy) air conditioning compressor.
Bulletin:
WB18-04
Component:
118000 electrical system: software
Summary:
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, update ems and acm software to the latest version available.

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