RECALLS — MAKE · MODEL · YEAR
2011 Prevost X3-45 Coach recalls
16 safety recall campaigns have been filed for the 2011 Prevost X3-45 Coach with Transport Canada and the U.S. NHTSA. Here is what both agencies say.
- Canadian recalls
- 15
- U.S. recalls
- 01
- Total campaigns
- 16
Transport Canada recalls
15- Engine#2022191
1,219 units affected
Issue: On certain vehicles, if the front bearing on the alternator fails, the alternator belts could continue to turn the alternator. This could cause the alternator bearing to overheat. Safety Risk: An overheated alternator bearing could create the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: Prevost will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a Prevost service center to replace the alternator belts. To reduce the safety risk, Prevost recommends that you should inspect the front bearing on the alternator regularly, and not operate the engine with a defective alternator.
- Steering#2018737
530 units affected
On certain vehicles, the steering drag link turnbuckle may crack and fracture over time. If this were to occur, it could result in a complete loss of steering control, which would create a risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage. Correction: Dealers will replace the steering drag link.
- Accessories#2017570
612 units affected
On certain buses equipped with Kidde fire extinguishers with black plastic handles and valves, the fire extinguishers may become clogged or require excessive force to activate. Also, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury, and fail to discharge. In case of fire, failure of the extinguisher to function could result in injury and/or property damage. Correction: Owners will be provided with instructions on how to inspect the fire extinguisher to see if it is recalled. Replacement fire extinguishers will be supplied by Kidde directly. Note: For more information about recalled fire extinguishers, please visit <a href="https://inmarmarketaction.com/kidde/Kidde284CA/">www.kidde.com</a>.
- Fuel System#2017476
1,114 units affected
On certain vehicles, the fuel tank cradle bolts could loosen and fail. If this occurs, the fuel cradle and fuel tank could drop to the ground, which could disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. This could also potentially result in a fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will repair and shim the attachment points, and the hardware will be replaced.
- Accessories#2015240
62 units affected
On certain buses outfitted with Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) Linear Thermal Detectors (LTD), the routing of the wiring for these systems could be compromised by normal engine compartment temperatures. If this were to occur, it could result in the AFSS system activating and giving a false warning to the driver, potentially resulting in a stopped vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. Correction: Dealers will inspect, and reroute the wiring.
- Fuel System#2015088
164 units affected
On certain buses, a fuel line retaining clip may be missing, which can result in the fuel line rubbing against a braided coolant hose. If there was contact, the fuel line may be compromised over time, which can result in spraying fuel onto hot exhaust components potentially resulting in an engine fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel line, as necessary, and ensure that the fuel and coolant lines are properly secured.
- Seats And Restraints#2014149
32 units affected
On certain coaches, passenger seat bases may rub against the seat belts as seat bases are flipped up. Over time, this could damage the seat belts, potentially resulting in belt failure during a crash. This could increase the risk of injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will inspect all seatbelts and replace as necessary. The seat belt attachment point on the seat will be changed to remove the risk of damage.
- Label#2013328
92 units affected
On certain vehicles, the Vehicle Certification Label contains incorrect front and rear tire pressure rating. The correct tire pressure rating is 120 psi. Incorrect tire pressure information may lead to overinflation of tires and could affect vehicle stability, braking and traction, potentially resulting in a loss of control or increased braking distances. This could result in a crash causing injury and/or property damage. Correction: Dealers will replace affected labels.
- Suspension#2013144
37 units affected
On certain vehicles, the left front radius rod support may have been manufactured incorrectly and could fail. This could cause a loss of vehicle control and a crash, resulting in property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the left front radius rod support.
- Other#2013059
465 units affected
On certain vehicles, the engine calibration for the “limp home” mode was inadvertently set too high at 1750 rpm instead of 1200 rpm. Should the “limp home” mode be activated, the increased idle speed may cause sudden and unexpected acceleration, which could result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to slow or stop the vehicle if the transmission is not shifted into neutral. This could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will install updated engine calibration software.
- Other#2013014
82 units affected
On certain vehicles, the thermal detector could become damaged, causing inadvertent activation of the Automatic Fire Detection and Suppression System (AFSS), which would result in engine shut down. Loss of vehicle propulsion, in conjunction with traffic and road condition, and the driver’s reactions, could increase the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will insulate the AFSS thermal detector.
- Other#2012423
10 units affected
On certain vehicles, the nitrogen cylinder for the Automatic Fire Detection and Suppression System (AFSS) could inadvertently discharge. This would render the AFSS inoperable. In case of fire, failure of the AFSS to function could result in property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will relocate the extinguisher nitrogen cylinder to the third luggage compartment.
- Electrical#2012221
293 units affected
On certain coaches, wiring for the rear electrical compartment could chafe against a sharp edge which, over time, could cause abrasion damage to the cable insulation, possibly resulting in an electrical short circuit. An electrical short could result in a vehicle fire causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will reposition various rear electrical compartment wires.
- Other#2012191
400 units affected
On certain vehicles, the accelerator pedal throttle position sensor could fail. A faulty throttle position sensor will send a permanent idle signal to the Engine Control Unit (ECU). As such, depressing the accelerator pedal will provide no throttle response whatsoever. Loss of vehicle propulsion, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver’s reactions, could increase the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the accelerator pedal throttle position sensor.
- Fuel System#2011089
48 units affected
On certain vehicles, the fuel support assembly may have been incorrectly welded during the manufacturing process. Should certain welds fail, portions of the support structure could contact the ground or separate from the vehicle. Sections of the fuel tank support separating from the vehicle could strike another vehicle, stationary object, or bystander, causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, reinforce the fuel support assembly.
Canadian data updated August 24, 2026
U.S. NHTSA recalls
01- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS#16V133000
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 H3-41 and H3-45, 2011-2016 H3-VIP, 2011-2016 X3-45 Coach vehicles, 2012-2016 X3-VIP vehicles, and 2011-2013 XL2 Entertainer vehicles. The coolant line on the affected vehicles may be missing a positioning clip, allowing the coolant line to rub against the braided fuel hose at one of the injectors.
Risk: Contact between the fuel line and the coolant line may cause a fuel leak and result in fuel spraying onto hot exhaust components increasing the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasion, replacing it as necessary. The fuel and coolant lines will be properly secured. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2016. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-418-883-3391. Prevost's number for this recall is SR16-18.
Does this recall apply to my vehicle?
Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.
What to do
Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, or to book the work, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:
- NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada
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