2009 PREVOST H3-41 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
7
Recalls
7
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2009 PREVOST H3-41
The 2009 PREVOST H3-41 has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 7 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL. 7 technical service bulletins have been issued by PREVOST CARS, INC. for this model year.
Recalls for the 2009 PREVOST H3-41
NHTSA has recorded 7 recalls for the 2009 PREVOST H3-41, potentially affecting up to 5,282 vehicles.
Recall 17V618000 — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
| 3,163 vehicles affected
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.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 15V122000 — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
| 455 vehicles affected
Defect: Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 XLII, X3-45, H3-41, H3-45, and H3-45 VIP vehicles manufactured July 5, 2007, to May 11, 2012. The affected vehicles may be missing a fuel line locating clip, allowing the fuel line to rub against the braided coolant hose.
Consequence: The fuel line rubbing may result in abrasion and a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasion, replacing it as necessary, and will properly secure the fuel line and coolant line, free of charge. The recall began on March 26, 2015. Owners may contact...
View full details →Recall 13V532000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
| 81 vehicles affected
Defect: Prevost is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 H3-45 and model year 2009 H3-41, X3-45, XLII Converted Coach Shells and XLII-45 Entertainer Converted coach and model year 2008 H3-VIP coach shells. The mechanical springs used to return the accelerator pedal to idle after the driver lifts their foot off the pedal may break.
Consequence: If the springs break, the pedal may not return to idle once the driver lifts their foot off the pedal. This unintended acceleration increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accelerator pedals, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888. Prevost's recall number is SR13-72.
View full details →Recall 13V039000 — VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL
| 1,033 vehicles affected
Defect: Prevost is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 X3-45, H3-41 and H3-45 coaches, model year 2011-2013 H3-45 VIP coaches, model year 2012-2013 X3-45 VIP coaches, and model year 2009-2013 XLII-45 Entertainer coaches manufactured from May 16, 2007, through March 14, 2013 and equipped with Volvo engines. Certain conditions may cause the affected coaches to go into a software mode that would...
Consequence: Uncontrollable throttle position may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Prevost will notify owners and dealers will remedy will the affected coaches, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-831-2046.
View full details →Recall 10V117000 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
| 280 vehicles affected
Defect: PREVOST HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 MOTOR COACHES FITTED WITH RICON PUBLIC USE LIFTS. THE RESTRAINT BELT ON THESE LIFTS WAS DESIGNED TO PREVENT THE LIFT FROM MOVING, UNLESS THE TONGUE OF THE BELT IS FULLY ENGAGED AND LATCHED IN THE BUCKLE. RICON HAS DISCOVERED, HOWEVER, THAT IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE OPERATOR TO...
Consequence: THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE WITHOUT THE RESTRAINT BELT PROPERLY BUCKLED.
Remedy: PREVOST COACH IS WORKING WITH RICON AND PREVOST WILL BE HANDLING THE REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN THROUGH SAFETY RECALL (SR10-19). PREVOST WILL PROVIDE CUSTOMERS WITH A WARNING DECAL AND A DVD-BASED TRAINING AID. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 14, 2010....
View full details →Recall 08V597000 — SEATS
| 81 vehicles affected
Defect: PREVOST IS RECALLING 81 MY 2008-2009 X3-45, H3-41, AND H3-45 MOTOR COACHES. DURING PRODUCTION THE WRONG GRADE 5 BOLTS WERE USED TO INSTALL THE PEDESTAL OF THE PASSENGER SEAT. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE BOLTS WOULD BREAK AT INSTALLATION OR DURING THE NORMAL USE OF THE VEHICLE.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, A SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BOLTS WITH THE CORRECT SPECIFIED BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PREVOST AT 1-418-831-5432.
View full details →Recall 08V448000 — STRUCTURE
| 189 vehicles affected
Defect: PREVOST IS RECALLING 189 MY 2008-2009 XLII-45, XLII-45E, X3-45 MOTOR HOMES AND H3-41, H3-45, AND VIP MOTOR COACHES. DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION OF THE ESCAPE HATCH RETAINING BOLTS, THESE BOLTS CAN BREAK.
Consequence: IF THE BOLTS BREAK, THE ESCAPE HATCH CAN FALL DOWN ON TO THE ROADWAY, INCREASING THE RISK OF PROPERTY DAMAGE OR A CRASH.
Remedy: PREVOST WILL PROVIDE PARTS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TO THE OWNERS OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 21, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PREVOST AT 1-418-883-3391.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2009 PREVOST H3-41
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2009 PREVOST H3-41.
Safety Rating for the 2009 PREVOST H3-41
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2009 PREVOST H3-41 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2009 PREVOST H3-41
PREVOST CARS, INC. has issued 7 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2009 PREVOST H3-41. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
IS-11003G — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Instruction sheet explains how to replace the ?MASTER ID? WITH ?MCM? Module
MI16-08B — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
This Maintenance Information presentes the new method of locking the electromagnetic clutch in the event of a failure. These new electromagnetic clutches will feature locking tabs in replacement of the locking bolts.
MI16-08 — POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
On receiving your Kit Masters fan clutch you may notice a new method of locking the electromagnetic clutch in the event of a failure. These new electromagnetic clutches will feature locking tabs in replacement of the locking bolts. Applies to part number 550965; 550966 &550974.
MI16-22 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Use this maintenance information procedure to resolve an undesired behaviour on 2008-2012 vehicles. In sleep mode, certain marker lights may remain illuminated.
MI1423 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
A new software version (v1.06) is available to update the CANtrak (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) module. This new version will allows a 10 min. delay before the ?SYSTEM ERROR NOT ALL TIRES MONITORED? message appears in the vehicle cluster when a tire pressure sensor loses its connection. NOTE: The new...
MI-12-11-A — ENGINE
PREVOST: INFORMATION BEING PROVIDED REGARDING THE MODIFICATION OF D13 US07 ENGINES' IMPROVED BELT TENSIONER TO PROLONG BELT LIFE. *PE
WB09-23 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
PREVOST: PREHEATER EXHAUST PIPE HOLDING CLAMP MAY NOT BE PROPERLY POSITIONED. MAKE SURE THAT THE HOLDING CLAMP IS LOCATED ABOVE THE SPLASH GUARD AND NOT BENEATH. *JS
NHTSA Investigations for the 2009 PREVOST H3-41
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the PREVOST H3-41
- 2004 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
- 2005 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
- 2006 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
- 2007 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
- 2008 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
- 2009 PREVOST H3-41 (current)
- 2010 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
- 2011 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
- 2012 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
- 2013 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
- 2014 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
Other PREVOST Models
- PREVOST XLII-40MTH — 4 total complaints
- PREVOST H3-45 — 3 total complaints
- PREVOST H345 — 3 total complaints
- PREVOST H3-40 — 2 total complaints
- PREVOST LE MIRAGE XL 2 — 2 total complaints
- PREVOST LE MIRAGE XL-45 — 2 total complaints
- PREVOST H3-45VIP — 1 total complaint
- PREVOST LE MIRAGE — 1 total complaint