2021–2023 Prevost X3-45 Commuter: Seats recall
NHTSA campaign 23V272000 · 280 units potentially affected · filed Apr 17, 2023
What's wrong
Prevost Cars (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2021-2023 X3-45 Commuter buses. The foldable passenger seat frames may have been improperly welded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Why it matters
An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the passenger, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
The fix
Prevost will inspect and replace the seat frames as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 7, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-304.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V272000
- Manufacturer no.
- SR23-304
- Manufacturer
- Prevost Car (us) Inc.
- Component
- SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Units affected
- 280
- Report received
- Apr 17, 2023
- Owner letters
- Jun 7, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Prevost X3-45 Commuter 2021, 2022, 2023