Vehicle recall 96V223000 · November 4, 1996

1994-1995 Prevost XL-40

The main power cable can wear due to friction.

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

Summary: The main power cable can wear due to friction.
Consequence: Friction of this cable on the vehicle structur or any mechanical components can cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the main power cable and properly secure this cable. If the cable shows damage, the cable will be repaired or replaced depending on the severity of the damage.
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: 96V223000
Reported to NHTSA: November 4, 1996
Filed by: PREVOST CAR, INCORPORATED
Owner notification: October 15, 1996
Vehicles potentially affected: 47
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables

Recall 96V223000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

Prevost XL-40 (1994-1995): 1995, 1994

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