Vehicle recall 12V315000 · July 6, 2012
2007-2009 Prevost X3-45
The jump-start positive terminal block cable may be missing a protective sleeve, which may allow a short-circuit if it contacts other vehicle structures.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Prevost is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 X3-45 coaches equipped with Volvo D13 engines. The jump-start positive terminal block cable may be missing a protective sleeve, which may allow a short-circuit if it contacts other vehicle structures.
- Consequence
- If a short-circuit occurs, there is an increased risk of fire.
- Remedy
- Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the cable and, as necessary, add protective tubing free of charge. The recall began on July 17, 2012. Owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-2888.
- Notes
- The prevost recall campaign number is SR12-24.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administrations vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-423 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V315000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 6, 2012
- Filed by
- PREVOST CARS, INC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- SR12-24
- Owner notification
- July 17, 2012
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 428
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Prevost X3-45 (2007-2009): 2009, 2008, 2007
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