Recall 94V-168: 1984–1985 Prevost Marathon, 1984–1985 Prevost XL

PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Sep 14, 1994, covering about 187 vehicles.

NHTSA number
94V-168
Report date
Sep 14, 1994
Vehicles affected
187
Owners notified
Sep 7, 1994

The problem

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.

The risk

A broken steering arm causes complete loss of vehicle control which can result in a possible accident.

The fix

Dealers will replace the defective steering arm with a new steering arm.

Notes

System: steering linkages.vehicle description: buses.note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonable time or the remedy does not correct the defect, please contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerPREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED
ComponentSteering › Linkages
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number94V168000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Prevost Marathon1984, 1985All years
Prevost XL1984, 1985All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 94V-168?

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.

How is recall 94V-168 fixed?

Dealers will replace the defective steering arm with a new steering arm.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.