2023 PREVOST H3-45
8 recalls — 0 complaints — 21 TSBs
24V523000 Jul 9, 2024
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR LIFT/RAMP
Defect Description
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2005-2024 X3-45, 2017-2019 and 2021-2023 X3-45 Commuter, 2006-2007, 2014, and 2018 H3-41, 2005-2020 and 2022-2024 H3-45, and 2019 H3-45 VIP buses equipped with a wheelchair lift. The wheelchair platform bridging device may be too steep, which can... Read more
Consequence
An unstable wheelchair increases the risk of injury to lift occupants.
Remedy
Prevost will replace the wheelchair lift bridging device, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR24-26.
24V178000 Mar 6, 2024
STEERING:COLUMN
Defect Description
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2023 H3-45 and 2022-2023 H3-45 VIP vehicles. The steering column joints may fail, causing a loss of steering control.
Consequence
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicle until the repair has been performed. Prevost will replace the steering column joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 19, 2024. Owners may contact Provost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this reca... Read more
23V889000 Dec 22, 2023
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR LIFT/RAMP
Defect Description
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2014 and 2018 H3-41, 2013-2024 H3-45, 2012-2024 X3-45, and 2017-2023 X3-45 Commuter vehicles. The red beacon lighting on the Threshold Warning System (TWS) may not be bright enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of... Read more
Consequence
Beacons that do not provide proper illumination may be less visible to wheelchair lift users, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Prevost will replace the red beacons, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR24-03.
23V474000 Jul 11, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
Defect Description
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2023-2024 H3-45 and 2022-2024 H3-45 VIP vehicles. The right front turn signal light may fail when the turn signal or hazard warning lights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safet... Read more
Consequence
An inoperative front turn signal may not notify other drivers of a turning vehicle, while inoperative hazard warning lights reduce the vehicle visibility to other drivers, both increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Prevost will install enhanced headlight wiring that includes additional resistors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 30, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-19.
23V183000 Mar 20, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
Defect Description
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost Car) is recalling certain 2022-2023 H3-45 VIP and 2023 H3-45 vehicles. When activating the hazard warning lights, the turn signal lights may not flash simultaneously if the ignition is off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor... Read more
Consequence
Hazard lights that do not flash simultaneously may confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Prevost will update the hazard warning lights software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-07.
23V184000 Mar 20, 2023
STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT:LATCHING/RELEASE SYSTEM
Defect Description
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling one 2023 H3-45 vehicle. The emergency exit window may require excessive force to open. As such, this vehicle fails to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release... Read more
Consequence
An emergency exit that requires excessive force to open may prevent or delay use of the exit, increasing the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Remedy
Prevost will inspect and adjust the emergency exit window, if necessary, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-08.
23V126000 Feb 24, 2023
EQUIPMENT:EMERGENCY:FIRE SUPRESSION:SENSORS
Defect Description
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2018-2023 H3-45 motor coaches and H3-45 VIP motorhomes, and 2019 H3-41 motor coaches. The Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) optical fire sensor positioned in the engine compartment's lower region may corrode and malfunction. In this event... Read more
Consequence
The activation of the Automatic Fire Suppression System can cause a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled coach may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.
Remedy
Prevost will inspect the vehicles, install spacers between the optical fire sensor and bracket, and replace the optical fire sensor, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's num... Read more
22V221000 Apr 6, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Defect Description
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2010-2023 H3-45, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, X3-45 Com, and X3-45 VIP vehicles. In the event of the alternator front bearing seizing, the alternator belt may continue to operate, causing the bearing to overheat.
Consequence
An overheated alternator bearing can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Prevost will replace the alternator belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2023 PREVOST H3-45
21 manufacturer communications from 18 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 3 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 2 |
| 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 2 |
| 130000 VISIBILITY | 2 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 1 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
WB24-02
Apr 4, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, replace parcel rack doors rubber bumper strip.
WB24-09
Mar 7, 2024
130000 VISIBILITY
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, the electronic mirror lens air-cleaning system may not work.
WB23-32A
Dec 21, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, headlamps may have a premature deterioration of the aesthetics of the internal surface. This issue has no impact on the performance and quality of the headlamp. See procedures for replacement by im
WB23-27
Dec 21, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, parcel rack door decals need to be changed.
WB23-27
Dec 21, 2023
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, parcel rack door decals need to be changed.
IS-23019
Dec 14, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
SWAY BAR COLLARS IMPROVEMENT
WB23-22A
Dec 13, 2023
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin replace parcel rack door handle without lock and catch by new improved model 810013 and 313667. Revision A: Add adjustment for door handle hole
WB23-32
Dec 12, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, headlamps may have a premature deterioration of the aesthetics of the internal surface. This issue has no impact on the performance and quality of the headlamp. See procedures for replacement by im
WB23-18
Jul 13, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin it is possible that there is a lack of glue on the mirror support. If this is the case, you will need to add it to eliminate the risk of the front-end fiber cracking when tightening the mirror bolts
IS-22106
Jul 4, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
H3 LAVATORY FAN RETROFIT KIT
EC0026_B
Mar 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, the Vehicle Emission Control Information label must be replaced. Revision: B - Causal part changed, was 010352, becomes 85152363. No impact on procedure or parts involved.
MI20-11A
Mar 24, 2023
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Prevost Driver Assist System Description. Revision A - EFFECTIVE ON H3-45 SERIES UP TO VEHICLE P-1452
MI20-11A
Mar 24, 2023
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Prevost Driver Assist System Description. Revision A - EFFECTIVE ON H3-45 SERIES UP TO VEHICLE P-1452
MI20-11A
Mar 24, 2023
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Prevost Driver Assist System Description. Revision A - EFFECTIVE ON H3-45 SERIES UP TO VEHICLE P-1452
WB23-06A
Mar 22, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, follow the procedure to correctly connect the connector over the pump. Revision: A - Add information to Depressurized the cooling system
IS-21072B
Jan 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
STEERING GATEWAY. Revision B - PIN 2 and 10 were inverted on connector A139
MI22-12B
Dec 7, 2022
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Air Tanks Draining Sequence. Revision: B - General Update
MI22-12A
Nov 17, 2022
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Air Tanks Draining Sequence. Revision: A - Erroneous Secondary & Accessory tanks location.
MI22-12
Nov 2, 2022
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Air Tanks Draining Sequence
IS-22902
Sep 15, 2022
200000 WHEELS
TAG AXLE HUB FLANGE - ALTERNATE CAP SCREW
IS21-072
Aug 17, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
STEERING GATEWAY, revision A : Cancel watch dog removal from EFD part of the instruction
PREVOST H3-45 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the PREVOST H3-45 across all model years (1989–2026).
248
Total Recalls
3
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
PREVOST H3-45 — Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2025 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 7 | 2 | View |
| 2023 (current) | 8 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 14 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 14 | 0 | View |
| 2012 | 12 | 0 | View |
| 2011 | 11 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 15 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2003 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 2001 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2000 | 6 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 6 | 1 | View |
| 1997 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 1996 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 1994 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 1993 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1992 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1991 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1990 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1989 | 1 | 0 | View |