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2013 PREVOST X3-45 Safety Overview

The 2013 PREVOST X3-45 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 16 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Equipment adaptive/mobility:wheelchair lift/ramp
  • Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
  • Steering:linkages:drag:link:connection

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an unstable wheelchair increases the risk of injury to lift occupants.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for PREVOST X3-45 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2013 PREVOST X3-45 24V523000

Prevost Car (US) Inc.

An unstable wheelchair increases the risk of injury to lift occupants.

NHTSA Recall 24V523000: An unstable wheelchair increases the risk of injury to lift occupants. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/9/2024
2013 PREVOST X3-45 23V889000

Prevost Car (US) Inc.

Beacons that do not provide proper illumination may be less visible to wheelchair lift users, increasing the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 23V889000: Beacons that do not provide proper illumination may be less visible to... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/22/2023
2013 PREVOST X3-45 22V221000

Prevost Car (US) Inc.

An overheated alternator bearing can increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 22V221000: An overheated alternator bearing can increase the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/6/2022
2013 PREVOST X3-45 18V928000

Prevost Cars, Inc (Prevost) is recalling certain 2000 XL-45 buses, 2000-2006 XL2-45 buses and 200...

A complete loss of steering would increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 18V928000: A complete loss of steering would increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/21/2018
2013 PREVOST X3-45 17V737000

Prevost Cars, Inc.

In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 17V737000: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/20/2017
2013 PREVOST X3-45 17V618000

Prevost Cars, Inc.

If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, it could be a road hazard and the vehicle would stall. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V618000: If the fuel tank separates from the vehicle, it could be a road hazard and... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/4/2017
2013 PREVOST X3-45 15V348000

Prevost Cars, Inc.

The damaged wires may activate the AFSS and shutdown the engine, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V348000: The damaged wires may activate the AFSS and shutdown the engine, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 6/5/2015
2013 PREVOST X3-45 14V206000

Prevost Cars, Inc.

A damaged seat belt may fail in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.

NHTSA Recall 14V206000: A damaged seat belt may fail in the event of a crash, increasing the risk... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/18/2014
2013 PREVOST X3-45 13V650000

Prevost Cars, Inc.

Without functioning windshield wipers, the driver's visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V650000: Without functioning windshield wipers, the driver's visibility may be... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/26/2013
2013 PREVOST X3-45 13V472000

Prevost Cars, Inc.

Tire overinflation may reduce traction, braking ability and handling, increasing the the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V472000: Tire overinflation may reduce traction, braking ability and handling... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/26/2013
2013 PREVOST X3-45 13V039000

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 X3-45, H3-41 and H3-45 coaches, model year 2011...

Uncontrollable throttle position may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V039000: Uncontrollable throttle position may lead to a loss of vehicle control... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/7/2013
2013 PREVOST X3-45 13V021000

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2013 X3-45, H3-45, and XLII-45 Entertainer coach buses an...

The absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the bus, increasing the risk that another vehicle may crash into the bus.

NHTSA Recall 13V021000: The absence of reflectors could reduce the ability for others to see the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/22/2013
2013 PREVOST X3-45 12V511000

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 X3-45 and XLII-45 coach buses, manufactured bet...

If the power cables short-circuit, a vehicle fire may result.

NHTSA Recall 12V511000: If the power cables short-circuit, a vehicle fire may result. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/18/2012
2013 PREVOST X3-45 12V435000

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2013 X3-45 and MTH XLII-45E vehicles, all equipped with V...

If the detector wire chafes it may cause the AFSS to activate with no fire present and, as a result, the stop engine feature will be activated, bringing the vehicle to an unplanned stop and increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 12V435000: If the detector wire chafes it may cause the AFSS to activate with no fire... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/6/2012
2013 PREVOST X3-45 12V337000

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 X3-45 and XLII Entertainer Bus vehicles, manufa...

If this occurs, a short-circuit, or fire may result, increasing the risk of personal injury.

NHTSA Recall 12V337000: If this occurs, a short-circuit, or fire may result, increasing the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/18/2012
2013 PREVOST X3-45 12V325000

PREVOST IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 X3-45 MOTOR COACHES, MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 4, 2012, ...

IF THIS OCCURS, THE DRIVER MAY SUDDENLY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

NHTSA Recall 12V325000: IF THIS OCCURS, THE DRIVER MAY SUDDENLY LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/10/2012

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.