NHTSA Recall 23V475000
Filed by Prevost Car (US) Inc.. Component: Seats. Reported 2023-07-11. An estimated 50 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2021 and 2023 X3-45 Commuter buses. The bolt securing the passenger seat recline mechanism may loosen and disengage, resulting in an unsecured seat back.
Risk
An unsecured seat back and integrated seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
What the manufacturer will do
Prevost will inspect, add Loctite adhesive, and adequately tighten the seat recline mechanism bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-310.
Manufacturer campaign number: SR23-310
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.