Report Date
Feb 24, 2014
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Affected Vehicles
3

Defect Description

Prevost Cars Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 X3-45 Coaches equipped with Sure Power-brand DC to DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

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Safety Consequence

Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2014. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888. Prevost's number for this recall is SR14-12.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2008 PREVOST X3-45
2009 PREVOST X3-45
2010 PREVOST X3-45

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.