NHTSA recall 03V091000
Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Prevost H3-45VIP
Reported Mar 10, 2003101 vehicles affectedPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATEDMaker’s number SR03-07Built May 10, 2001 – Apr 15, 2003
The defect
On certain new "face-lift" motor coaches and motor homes equipped with independent front suspension, a modification was made to the steering gearbox mounting support. the support may develop stress cracks under heavy load conditions.
The risk
The steering gearbox may become loose affecting steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will weld three (3) reinforcement brackets to the gear box support. owner notification began may 2, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-831-5432.