Recall 13V278000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS Defect in 2013-2014 PREVOST X3-45 LE MIRAGE COACH
RECALL This recall affects up to 27 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 13V278000 |
| Manufacturer | Prevost Cars, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 27 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2013 X3-45 Entertainer coach shells and certain model year 2014 X3-45 highway coaches manufactured October 9, 2012, through June 6, 2013. Improper voltage is being supplied to the tail lamps causing the brightness of the tail lamps to exceed the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety Consequence
Drivers may mistake exceedingly bright tail lamps to be brake lamps confusing following drivers about the intention to brake, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Prevost will notify owners and dealers will update the lamp controller software to ensure the correct voltage is reaching the affected lamps, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2013. Prevost's recall number is SR13-53. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-336-393-2233.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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