Seat frame support attachment cracking
Defect Summary
Prevost cars, inc. (prevost) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 x3-45 vehicles manufactured from october 1, 2014, through february 12, 2016, equipped with american seating sliding passenger seats. The sliding seats on the affected vehicles may experience cracks between the seat frame and the support pedestal.
Safety Consequence
A crack in the seat attachment could compromise the structural integrity of the seat, increasing the risk of passenger injury in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sliding seats, 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 sr16-305.
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FAQ: Recall 16V131000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V131000?
NHTSA recall 16V131000 was issued by Prevost Car (us) Inc. on March 4, 2016. It addresses: Seat frame support attachment cracking. The recall affects approximately 237 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Prevost Car (us) Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V131000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR16-305. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.