NHTSA recall 05V087000
Structure
Prevost Xlii
Reported Mar 22, 2005180 vehicles affectedPREVOST CARS, INC.Maker’s number SR05-06Built Apr 1, 2004 – Mar 15, 2005
The defect
On certain transit coachess, the bolts securing the radius rod supports can loosen and could completely detach.
The risk
A loose attachment should be detected at regular inspections. this condition will create some unusual noise and the vehicle stability will deteriorate gradually. if a rod IS detached completely, it will create a large amount of noise and the vehicle stability will be reduced. this could result in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will reinstall radius rod supports using loctite product on the bolts free of charge. the recall began on may 25, 2005. owners may contact prevost at 1-418-831-5432.