Recall 95V-016: 1984–1994 Prevost Astral XL, 1989–1994 Prevost H3-40 and 8 more
PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Jan 3, 1995, covering about 2,075 vehicles.
The problem
The parking brake button can be hit accidently allowing the parking brake to release.
The risk
Unintended operation of the parking brake button can allow the bus to roll freely causing a potential for a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will install a protector over the parking brake button in order to prevent accidental release of the parking brakes.
Notes
System: emergency parking brake; mechanical.vehicle description: transit buses.note: if your 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, 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
| Manufacturer | PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED |
|---|---|
| Component | Parking Brake › Conventional |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 95V016000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Prevost Astral XL | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Prevost H3-40 | 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Prevost H3-41 | 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Prevost H3-45 | 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Prevost H5 60 | 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992 | All years |
| Prevost LE Mirage | 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Prevost LE Mirage XL | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Prevost Marathon | 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Prevost Prestige | 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 | All years |
| Prevost XL | 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994 | All 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 95V-016?
The parking brake button can be hit accidently allowing the parking brake to release.
How is recall 95V-016 fixed?
Dealers will install a protector over the parking brake button in order to prevent accidental release of the parking brakes.
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.