NHTSA Recall 17V296000: Windshield wiper/washer (visibility)
Prevost Cars, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 123 vehicles. It affects 2016–2017 Prevost H3-45.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V296000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR17-09 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER |
| Report received | May 2, 2017 |
| Owner notification | May 22, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2016-2017 H3-45 motor coaches. The affected vehicles have wiper arms that can crack where they mount to the wiper motor causing the wiper arms to bend or detach from the vehicle.
Safety risk
A loss of wiper function can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the windshield wiper mounts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 22, 2017. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR17-09.
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 17V296000
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.