NHTSA Recall 13V278000: Tail lights (exterior lighting)
Prevost Cars, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Prevost X3-45.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V278000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR13-53 |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › TAIL LIGHTS |
| Report received | June 28, 2013 |
| Owner notification | August 22, 2013 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2013 X3-45 Entertainer coach shells and certain model year 2014 X3-45 highway coaches manufactured October 9, 2012, through June 6, 2013. Improper voltage is being supplied to the tail lamps causing the brightness of the tail lamps to exceed the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety risk
Drivers may mistake exceedingly bright tail lamps to be brake lamps confusing following drivers about the intention to brake, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Prevost will notify owners and dealers will update the lamp controller software to ensure the correct voltage is reaching the affected lamps, free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2013. Prevost's recall number is SR13-53. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-336-393-2233.
Notes
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 13V278000
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.