2003 Prevost Xlii-45 recalls and problems
The 2003 Prevost Xlii-45 has 3 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Prevost dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2003 Prevost Xlii-45 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2003 Prevost Xlii-45 recalls
Recall 26V-675: Equipment
Problem: Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain Prevost buses. Please see the above list of models. The entrance door is missing the emergency exit operating instruction label. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
Risk: Missing instructions may prevent or delay passengers from evacuating the bus during an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Prevost will replace the emergency exit label, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2026. Owners may contact Prevost's customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR26-19.
Recall 18V-928: Steering
Problem: 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.
Risk: A complete loss of steering would increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Recall 03V-090: Steering
Problem: On certain motor coaches and motor homes, the steering columns may be missing the lower bolt and nut. A replacement bolt and nut was installed to correct this situation on the production line. If a replacement bolt has been used and not tightened properly, the column may come out of the input shaft when the steering column adjustment mechanism is used.
Risk: In such a case, a loss of steering would occur.
Fix: Dealers will verify the size of the bolt and nut and replace them if needed. Owner notification began april 4, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-831-5432.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Prevost Xlii-45 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2003 Prevost Xlii-45: 26V-675 (equipment), 18V-928 (steering), 03V-090 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Prevost recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Prevost dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.