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NHTSA Recall 23V271000: Critical fasteners (seats)

Prevost Car (US) Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 280 vehicles. It affects 2021–2023 Prevost X3-45 Commuter.

280
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2023
owners notified (June 7)
NHTSA campaign23V271000
Manufacturer campaignSR23-305
ComponentSEATS › CRITICAL FASTENERS
Report receivedApril 17, 2023
Owner notificationJune 7, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Prevost Cars (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2021-2023 X3-45 Commuter busses. The foldable passenger seat cushion bolts may be loose and could fall out, allowing the seat cushion to detach from the seat frame.

Safety risk

A detached passenger seat cushion may not adequately restrain the passenger, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Prevost will add adhesive to the bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were be mailed June 7, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-305.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 23V271000

Make and modelModel years
Prevost X3-45 Commuter2021, 2022, 2023

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.