Vehicle recall 09V061000 · February 20, 2009

Prevost VIP-45 MTH, X3-45 and 2 more models

The bolts attaching the independent front suspension lower a-arm might be defective.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Prevost is recalling 23 my 2008 vip-45 mth, xlii-45 mth, xlii-45E mth and X3-45 coaches and shells. The bolts attaching the independent front suspension lower a-arm might be defective. The defect has been caused by material not up-to-the specifications.
Consequence: This could cause potential loss of control of the vehicle and a crash could occur without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the bolts with certified ones free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2009. Owners may contact prevost at 418-831-5432.
Notes: Prevost recall no. SR09-04.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 09V061000
Reported to NHTSA: February 20, 2009
Filed by: PREVOST CARS, INC.
Manufacturer campaign: SR09-04
Owner notification: February 20, 2009
Vehicles potentially affected: 23
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm

Recall 09V061000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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