Vehicle recall 96V222000 · November 4, 1996
Prevost H3-41, H3-45 and 1 more model
The ground studs in the engine and battery compartments do not offer adequate electrical conductivity.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The ground studs in the engine and battery compartments do not offer adequate electrical conductivity.
- Consequence
- An electrical short could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the ground studs and replace them to ensure that the electrical system operates within the required specifications.
- Notes
- Owner notification:owner notification began October 15, 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 1-800424-9393.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 96V222000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 4, 1996
- Filed by
- PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED
- Owner notification
- October 15, 1996
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 23
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery
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 (1997): 1997
- Prevost H3-45 (1997): 1997
- Prevost VIP 45 (1997): 1997
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