NHTSA Recall 12V309000: Equipment
PREVOST CARS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 98 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Prevost H3-45.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V309000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR12-20 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | July 2, 2012 |
| Owner notification | July 19, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 h3-45, model year 2009-2010 x3-45, and model year 2009 mth xlii-45e vehicles, all equipped with volvo d13 engines and an automatic fire detection and suppression system (afss) . The afss linear thermal detector may come in contact or rub against brackets or clamps.
Safety risk
If this occurs, the afss may activate with no fire present and the stop engine feature will be activated, bringing the vehicle to an unplanned stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Prevost will notify owners and dealers will inspect and secure the linear thermal detector, free of charge. The safety recall began in july 2012. Owners may contact prevost car inc., service department toll-free at 1-866-870-2046 or 1-418-831-2046.
Notes
The prevost recall campaign number is sr12-20.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov
Vehicles covered by recall 12V309000
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.