NHTSA recall 08V610000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections
Prevost X3-45 and 2 more
Reported Nov 24, 2008640 vehicles affectedPREVOST CARS, INC.Maker’s number SR08-22Built Oct 13, 2005 – Sep 29, 2008
The defect
Prevost IS recalling 395 my 2007-2009 mth xl2-45, mth xl2-45e, and X3-45 motor homes and motor coaches. on some vehicles, the power steering hose protective skin has been damaged at assembly, leaving the metal braiding exposed to the environment.
The risk
Over time, the metallic braiding may rust up to a point where the hose will give up under pressure. this could result in a loss of control increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will repair the power steering hose assembly. the recall IS expected to begin during november 2008. owners may contact prevost at 1-418-831-5432.