2008 PREVOST X3-45 RECALL - #14V073000
RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Prevost Cars Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 X3-45 Coaches equipped with Sure Power-brand DC to DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2008 PREVOST X3-45 |
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| Manufacturer |
Prevost Cars, Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
1/8/2008 - 7/14/2009 |
| Recalled on |
2/27/2014 |
| Influenced by |
OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION |
| Owners Notified on |
4/15/2014 |
| # Affected |
190 |
| Recalled for |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
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| Description |
Prevost Cars Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 X3-45 Coaches equipped with Sure Power-brand DC to DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat. |
| Consequences |
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective action |
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2014. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888. Prevost's number for this recall is SR14-12. |
| Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for EQUIPMENT
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for STRUCTURE
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for SEATS
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for STEERING, HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST, HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for SUSPENSION, FRONT, CONTROL ARM, LOWER ARM
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, 12V/24V/48V BATTERY, CABLES
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ACCELERATOR PEDAL
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, 12V/24V/48V BATTERY, CABLES
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, 12V/24V/48V BATTERY, CABLES
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, STORAGE, TANK ASSEMBLY
2008 PREVOST X3-45 Recall for STEERING, LINKAGES, DRAG, LINK, CONNECTION
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