2015 PREVOST H3-41 — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
N/A
Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
15
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2015 PREVOST H3-41
The 2015 PREVOST H3-41 has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL. 15 technical service bulletins have been issued by Prevost Cars, Inc. for this model year.
Recalls for the 2015 PREVOST H3-41
NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 2015 PREVOST H3-41, potentially affecting up to 8,456 vehicles.
Recall 17V737000 — EQUIPMENT
| 2,306 vehicles affected
Defect: Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2010-2018 H3-41, H3-45, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, X3-45 Commuter, X3-45 VIP, and X3-45 VIP Entertainer vehicles, equipped with certain Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the...
Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Prevost will notify owners, and instruct them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 11, 2018. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046, or Kidde customer service toll free...
View full details →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 16V133000 — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
| 1,348 vehicles affected
Defect: Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 H3-41 and H3-45, 2011-2016 H3-VIP, 2011-2016 X3-45 Coach vehicles, 2012-2016 X3-VIP vehicles, and 2011-2013 XL2 Entertainer vehicles. The coolant line on the affected vehicles may be missing a positioning clip, allowing the coolant line to rub against the braided fuel hose at one of the injectors.
Consequence: Contact between the fuel line and the coolant line may cause a fuel leak and result in fuel spraying onto hot exhaust components increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasion, replacing it as necessary. The fuel and coolant lines will be properly secured. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 20,...
View full details →Recall 16V133000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
| 1,348 vehicles affected
Defect: Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 H3-41 and H3-45, 2011-2016 H3-VIP, 2011-2016 X3-45 Coach vehicles, 2012-2016 X3-VIP vehicles, and 2011-2013 XL2 Entertainer vehicles. The coolant line on the affected vehicles may be missing a positioning clip, allowing the coolant line to rub against the braided fuel hose at one of the injectors.
Consequence: Contact between the fuel line and the coolant line may cause a fuel leak and result in fuel spraying onto hot exhaust components increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasion, replacing it as necessary. The fuel and coolant lines will be properly secured. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 20,...
View full details →Recall 15V119000 — EQUIPMENT
| 291 vehicles affected
Defect: Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Prevost XLII-45, X3-45, X3-45 VIP, H3-41, H3-45, and H3-45 VIP motorcoaches manufactured July 23, 2013, to November 28, 2014, and equipped with certain Kidde plastic valve disposable handheld fire extinguishers. These fire extinguishers may not fully discharge as designed when the lever is pressed.
Consequence: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not work correctly, there is an increased risk of injury to the bus occupants.
Remedy: Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fire extinguisher if necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 27, 2015. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-877-773-8678. Prevost's number for this recall is SR15-03.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2015 PREVOST H3-41
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2015 PREVOST H3-41.
Safety Rating for the 2015 PREVOST H3-41
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2015 PREVOST H3-41 in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2015 PREVOST H3-41
Prevost Cars, Inc. has issued 15 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2015 PREVOST H3-41. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
Mi21-07A — WHEELS
RONT & TAG AXLE â UNITIZED HUB BEARING END PLAY VERIFICATION AND REPLACEMENT
IS-19910E — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Instruction sheet explains how to perform an Electric Fan Drive Cooling System Conversion with Delco Remy Alternator - H3 Series US10 To GHG17 Included
IS-19900A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This instruction sheet explains how to convert H3 SERIES US10 vehicles equipped with Bosch Alternators to Electric Fan Drive (EFD) cooling system
WB16-02H — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, it is necessary to perform a Multiplex software update plus other corrective measures to improve the charging system.
WB15-53A — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
On the vehicles covered by this bulletin, two DPF (diesel particulate filter) plugs may be loose. If a plug is loose, it may fall out under the effect of vibration. This may cause leakage of hot exhaust gases. It is therefore necessary to check if the plugs are tight and...
MI15-45 — STRUCTURE
This Maintenance Information exlpains how to install Kit MI15-45 frame reinforcement, in case a stress crack develops on the left rear frame support beam
MI15-24 — EQUIPMENT
This Maintenance Information explains how to perform an inspection of the vehicle power cables. Power cables in poor condition can be the cause of failures and serious damages in the engine compartment.
WB15-26 — SUSPENSION:FRONT
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin the brake hose may come in contact with the air spring support when the front axle is in low or high position, either by kneeling or low-high buoy. Perform an inspection. Depending on the result, adjust the hoses to avoid any interference.
WB15-25 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin inspect the clamp retaining the brake hose supports to make sure it does not contact with the shock absorber.
WB15-25 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin inspect the clamp retaining the brake hose supports to make sure it does not contact with the shock absorber.
Showing 10 of 15 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2015 PREVOST H3-41
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the PREVOST H3-41
- 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
- 2015 PREVOST H3-41 (current)
- 2016 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
- 2017 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
- 2018 PREVOST H3-41 — 0 complaints
- 2019 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