1998 Prevost H3-45 Vip
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1998 Prevost H3-45 Vip. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 recalls name the 1998 Prevost H3-45 Vip. Newest first.
On certain motor coaches and motor homes, the steering columns may be missing the lower bolt and nut. a replacement bolt and nut was installed to correct this situation on the production line. if a replacement bolt has been used and not tightened properly, the column may come out of the input shaft when the steering column adjustment mechanism IS used.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In such a case, a loss of steering would occur.
Remedy
Dealers will verify the size of the bolt and nut and replace them if needed. owner notification began april 4, 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.
Vehicle description: bus shells and coaches. the ball joint sealing boot could be perforated allowing grease leakage.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This condition could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the boot.
Vehicle description: transit buses. the bolts fixing the radius rod locking tab plates were not lubricated before being tightened.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Improper tightening can cause loosening of the attachment over a period of time increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the bolts, lubricating them, installing a new locking tab plate, and retightening the bolts.
Owner complaints
1 complaints1 involved a fire1 injuries
Latest complaints
- Equipment
Webasto dbw2010, as installed in aqua hot, previous recall of #02x003000. company stated to me last year that this recall was 'rescinded in 2005' and I didn't have service done. had leak and smoldering over the weekend. this recall by all means IS on the mark, and information should be sent to customers of this unit to replace it at expense of webasto. *jb
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10005305Installation of reinforcement parts on panhard rod support.
- 603316Subject on evaporator fan speed control diode removal.
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