1985 Prevost Marathon
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1985 Prevost Marathon. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1985 Prevost Marathon. Newest first.
The parking brake button can be hit accidently allowing the parking brake to release.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Unintended operation of the parking brake button can allow the bus to roll freely causing a potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will install a protector over the parking brake button in order to prevent accidental release of the parking brakes.
The steering arm can develop cracks caused by repetitive dry-park-steer maneuvers, particularly during brake application. Continued use can cause the steering arm to break.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A broken steering arm causes complete loss of vehicle control which can result in a possible accident.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the defective steering arm with a new steering arm.
Every Prevost Marathon model year
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