2006 PREVOST XLII-45

3 recalls — 0 complaints — 29 TSBs

18V928000 Dec 21, 2018
STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Defect Description
Prevost Cars, Inc (Prevost) is recalling certain 2000 XL-45 buses, 2000-2006 XL2-45 buses and 2007-2014 X3-45 buses. The draglink tube turnbuckle may fracture causing a loss of steering.
Consequence
A complete loss of steering would increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Prevost has notified owners, and dealers will replace the draglink, free of charge. Prevost issued an interim notification to owners on February 13, 2019. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR19-04.
676 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Prevost Cars, Inc.
13V150000 Apr 19, 2013
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 X3-45 VIP, 2006-2013 H3-45 VIP, and 2006-2011 XLII-45 coach buses equipped with window part numbers: 790612, 790613, and 790614. These vehicles were manufactured between October 31, 2003, through April 10, 2013. On the vehicles involved, the decals... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the incorrect label may result in difficulty opening the emergency windows. This could increase the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the emergency window decals, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on August 1, 2013. Owners were notified that the replacement decals are available on August 30, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888 x 6558. Prev... Read more
655 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Prevost Cars, Inc.
07V371000 Aug 20, 2007
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN MOTOR COACHES EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX SR-7 SPRING BRAKE MODULATING VALVES, THE INTERNAL RUBBER CHECK VALVE MAY LEAK CAUSING A DELAY IN THE APPLICATION OF THE SPRING BRAKES TO PARK THE VEHICLE AFTER THE OPERATOR PULLS THE DASH VALVE BUTTON.
Consequence
THIS COULD CAUSE DELAY OR FAILURE IN APPLYING THE PARKING BRAKES WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE ROLL AWAY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
PREVOST IS WORKING WITH BENDIX TO REPAIR THESE VEHICLES (PLEASE SEE 07E037). BENDIX WILL INSTALL A CHECK VALVE REPAIR KIT FOR THE AFFECTED SR-7 SPRING BRAKE MODULATING VALVE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BENDIX AT 1-440-329-9000 OR PREVOST AT 1-418-831... Read more
686 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: PREVOST CARS, INC.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins — 2006 PREVOST XLII-45

29 manufacturer communications from 21 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
350000 EQUIPMENT7
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM4
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR3
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY2
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
010000 STEERING2
021700 SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB1
020000 SUSPENSION1
IS-23019 Dec 14, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
SWAY BAR COLLARS IMPROVEMENT
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
IS20-925A Jun 13, 2022
130000 VISIBILITY
CENTRAL HVAC MERV FILTERS INSTALLATION
MI20-08C Jun 3, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
STORAGE AND STARTUP GUIDELINES: Periodically, circumstances arise requiring operators to temporarily park a coach in storage. Whether it is a few weeks or several months, sporadic out of service times or a full stop, Prevost recommends foll
IS-18091A Apr 5, 2021
010000 STEERING
TIE ROD 610052 FIRST INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: Use these instructions when replacing the drop joint tie rod on S82, S84 / S84U I-beam axles. The new tie rod will be adjusted to the length of the original; however, a steering alignment ne
MI20-19A Jan 15, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Rev A: Mention added concerning DDC Series 60 engine SCA requirement
MI20-19A Jan 15, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Rev A: Mention added concerning DDC Series 60 engine SCA requirement
MI20-19 Dec 21, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
INTRODUCING A NEW ENGINE COOLANT INTO SERVICE
MI20-19 Dec 21, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
INTRODUCING A NEW ENGINE COOLANT INTO SERVICE
MI02-17A Dec 11, 2020
200000 WHEELS
Revision : A Torque value reduced
MI02-17A Dec 11, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Revision : A Torque value reduced
MI02-17A Dec 11, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Revision : A Torque value reduced
MI20-08B Aug 10, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
STORAGE AND STARTUP GUIDELINES Revision: B Parts added to Suggested Material 08-10-2020
MI20-12 Jul 10, 2020
010000 STEERING
JERKY, NOISY OR HARD TO TURN STEERING GEARBOX. HYDRAULIC END LIMITER ADJUSTMENT. All models a?? equipped with RB Bosch/ZF Servocom or Servocomtronic steering gearbox
MI20-08A Jun 10, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
STORAGE AND STARTUP GUIDELINES: Rev A: 21516229 replaced by 23381562 20523393 replaced by 21454749 800383 removed 611471 replaced by 611360 70376808 replaced by 21036050 21396642 replaced by 20967831
MI20-09 Apr 24, 2020
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
PREVOST VEHICLE DISINFECTION PROCEDURE
MI20-08 Apr 20, 2020
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
STORAGE AND STARTUP GUIDELINES - ALL PREVOST VEHICLES & VOLVO 9700
MI15-24 Mar 25, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Added: Power cables for L.H. side alternator & fan drive breaker box
MI15-24 Mar 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Added: Power cables for L.H. side alternator & fan drive breaker box
MI15-24 Mar 25, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Added: Power cables for L.H. side alternator & fan drive breaker box
IS-19923A Jan 6, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Revision : Addition of Wiring Schematics at the end of this document
IS-19923 Aug 20, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This instruction sheet explains how to replace HVAC MODULE on certain vehicles;
IS-17910A Jun 5, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAY (MCD) REPLACEMENT
IS-17910A Jun 5, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MESSAGE CENTER DISPLAY (MCD) REPLACEMENT
MI08-04 Aug 1, 2008
021700 SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
FRONT AND TAG AXLE HUB BEARING AND KING PIN PERIODIC MAINTENANCE. BEARINGS MUST BE INSPECTED AT INTERVALS OF 30,000 MILES (48 000KM). KING PINS SHOULD BE SERVICED EVERY 6, 250 MILES (10,000 KM) OR TWICE A YEAR. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL VIP-45 MT
MI08-04 Aug 1, 2008
021800 SUSPENSION:FRONT:KING PIN
FRONT AND TAG AXLE HUB BEARING AND KING PIN PERIODIC MAINTENANCE. BEARINGS MUST BE INSPECTED AT INTERVALS OF 30,000 MILES (48 000KM). KING PINS SHOULD BE SERVICED EVERY 6, 250 MILES (10,000 KM) OR TWICE A YEAR. ALSO INCLUDED MODEL VIP-45 MT

NHTSA Safety Investigations — PREVOST XLII-45

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE05013 Opened: Feb 28, 2005 — Closed: Mar 17, 2005
PE — Closed — Model Year: 2005
UNSECURED RADIUS ROD LOCKING PLATES
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED AFTER REVIEWING SERVICE BULLETIN WB04-18, ISSUED BY PREVOST IN DECEMBER 2004 ENTITLED, INSPECTION OF RADIUS ROD LOCKING TAB PLATES.THE BULLETIN INSTRUCTS DEALERS TO INSPECT THE SUSPENSION OF THE SUBJECT COACHES TO ENSURE THAT ALL THE LOCKING TABS WERE FOLDED (LOCKED) ON... Read more

PREVOST XLII-45 — All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the PREVOST XLII-45 across all model years (2000–2015).

35 Total Recalls
0 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

PREVOST XLII-45 — Year by Year

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2010 2 0 View
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2006 (current) 3 0
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Other PREVOST Models

Model Recalls Complaints
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ALTERNATOR BELT 0 0 View
ASTRAL 0 0 View
ASTRAL XL 0 0 View
CHAMPION 0 0 View
ENTERTAINER 0 0 View
H SERIES 0 0 View
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