Vehicle recall 96V127000 · July 2, 1996
Prevost H3-41, H3-45 and 2 more models
The positive wire connected to post #1 on the starter solenoid could contact the ground wire on the solenoid (post #2) and create a short circuit.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The positive wire connected to post #1 on the starter solenoid could contact the ground wire on the solenoid (post #2) and create a short circuit.
- Consequence
- This condition can cause a short circuit and result in a possible fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the cables changing the cable position.
- Notes
- System: electrical; ignition. Vehicle description: transit buses. Owner notification: owner notification began in June 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact prevost at 1-418-883-3391. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 96V127000
- Reported to NHTSA
- July 2, 1996
- Filed by
- PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED
- Owner notification
- July 2, 1996
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 677
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › Ignition
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Prevost H3-41 (1995-1996): 1996, 1995
- Prevost H3-45 (1995-1996): 1996, 1995
- Prevost VIP 45 (1995-1996): 1996, 1995
- Prevost XL (1995-1996): 1996, 1995
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