Prevost Car (us) Inc. | NHTSA Recall #13V015000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V015000 by Prevost Car (us) Inc.. Affecting model year 2010-2013 h3 and x3 coaches and mth xlii-45e coach shells manufactured between june 29, 2009, up to june 4, 2012, and equipped with an automatic fire detection and suppression system (afss) Includes 261 affected units, Automatic Fire Detection and Suppression System, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2010-2013 h3 and x3 coaches and mth xlii-45e coach shells manufactured between june 29, 2009, up to june 4, 2012, and equipped with an automatic fire detection and suppression system (afss)

Defect Summary

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 h3 and x3 coaches and mth xlii-45e coach shells manufactured between june 29, 2009, up to june 4, 2012, and equipped with an automatic fire detection and suppression system (afss). There is the possibility that the afss could unintentionally activate due to wear of the linear thermal detection cable.

Corrective Action

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the linear thermal detector by adding a protective sheath, free of charge. the recall began in march 2013. owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-2888 x 6558.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V015000
Manufacturer: Prevost Car (us) Inc.
Report Received Date: 2013-01-17T00:00:00
Subject: Automatic fire detection and suppression system
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 261

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SR13-03
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Prevost is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 h3 and x3 coaches and mth xlii-45e coach shells manufactured between june 29, 2009, up to june 4, 2012, and equipped with an automatic fire detection and suppression system (afss). There is the possibility that the afss could unintentionally activate due to wear of the linear thermal detection cable.
Consequence Summary: An activation of the afss causes the vehicle to come to an unplanned stop. this could increase the risk of a vehicle crash or personal injury.
Corrective Action: Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the linear thermal detector by adding a protective sheath, free of charge. the recall began in march 2013. owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-2888 x 6558.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 13V015000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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