Prevost is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 X3-45, H3-41 and H3-45 coaches, model year 2011-2013 H3-45 VIP coaches, model year 2012-2013 X3-45 VIP coaches, and model year 2009-2013 XLII-45 Entertainer coaches manufactured from May 16, 2007, through March 14, 2013 and equipped with Volvo engines. Certain conditions may cause the affected coaches to go into a software mode that would result in the throttle signal being fixed at 1700rpms regardless of throttle pedal input from the driver.
Prevost Car (US) – Throttle Limp-Mode Software Fault
| Report Received Date | 02/07/2013 |
| NHTSA ID | 13V039000 |
| Consequence Summary | Uncontrollable throttle position may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Prevost will notify owners and dealers will remedy will the affected coaches, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-831-2046. |
| Recall Code | SR13-07 |
| Potentially Affected | 1033 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13V039000) |
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