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Recall

Prevost Xlii — 13V472000

NHTSA ID
13V472000
Make
Prevost
Model
Xlii
Years Affected
2005
Recall Date
2013-09-26
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Units Affected
35
Completion Rate
Mfr Campaign No.
SR13-61

Summary

Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2013 X3-45, 2012-2014 H3-45, 2008 H3-45 VIP, 2005 XL2, and 2006-2011 XL2-45 Entertainer buses equipped with super single tires. The cold inflation pressure shown on the certification plate is higher than the specification for the super single tires installed on the rear axle, which may lead to tire overinflation. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Part 567, "Certification Regulation."

Consequence

Tire overinflation may reduce traction, braking ability and handling, increasing the the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification plate, free of charge. The recallbegan on November 22, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888. Prevost's recall number is SR13-61.

Affected Vehicles

Prevost Xlii
Model Years: 2005

2005 Prevost Xlii