NHTSA Recall 09V061000: Suspension: lower arm
PREVOST CARS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 23 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Prevost VIP-45 Mth.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V061000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR09-04 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › CONTROL ARM › LOWER ARM |
| Report received | February 20, 2009 |
| Owner notification | February 20, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Prevost is recalling 23 my 2008 vip-45 mth, xlii-45 mth, xlii-45e mth and x3-45 coaches and shells. The bolts attaching the independent front suspension lower a-arm might be defective. The defect has been caused by material not up-to-the specifications.
Safety risk
This could cause potential loss of control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the bolts with certified ones free of charge. The recall began on march 20, 2009. Owners may contact prevost at 418-831-5432.
Notes
Prevost recall no. Sr09-04.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V061000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Prevost VIP-45 Mth | 2008 |
| Prevost X3-45 | 2008 |
| Prevost XLII-45 Mth | 2008 |
| Prevost XLII-45E Mth | 2008 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.