NHTSA Recall 13V039000: Accelerator pedal (vehicle speed control)
Prevost Cars, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,033 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Prevost H3-41.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V039000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR13-07 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
| Report received | February 7, 2013 |
| Owner notification | May 2, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 X3-45, H3-41 and H3-45 coaches, model year 2011-2013 H3-45 VIP coaches, model year 2012-2013 X3-45 VIP coaches, and model year 2009-2013 XLII-45 Entertainer coaches manufactured from May 16, 2007, through March 14, 2013 and equipped with Volvo engines. Certain conditions may cause the affected coaches to go into a software mode that would result in the throttle signal being fixed at 1700rpms regardless of throttle pedal input from the driver.
Safety risk
Uncontrollable throttle position may lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Prevost will notify owners and dealers will remedy will the affected coaches, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-831-2046.
Notes
The Prevost recall campaign number is SR13-07.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.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V039000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Prevost H3-41 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Prevost H3-45 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Prevost H3-45 Vip | 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Prevost X3-45 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Prevost X3-45 Vip | 2012, 2013 |
| Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
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.