Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Transit Buses. The Bolts Fixing The Radius Rod Locking Tab Plates Were Not Lubricated Before Being Tightened.
Make Of Vehicle
PREVOST
Model Of Vehicle
H3-45VIP
Year
1998
Recall Campaign Number
98V239000
Component Description
Suspension:Front
Effect Of Defect
Improper Tightening Can Cause Loosening Of The Attachment Over A Period Of Time Increasing The Risk Of Loss Of Control Of The Vehicle.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Bolts, Lubricating Them, Installing A New Locking Tab Plate, And Retightening The Bolts.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Prevost Car, Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
19970801
End Of Manufacture
19971231
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
259
Date Owners Notified
19980618
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Prevost Car, Incorporated
Date Report Received
19981006