No complaints are listed for the 2023 Prevost X3-45 VIP. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as PREVOST X3-45 VIP.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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4 recalls.
Date: 2023-11-10. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2024 H3-45, 2023-2024 H3-45 VIP, X3-45 VIP, X3-45 VIP Entertainer, and 2023 X3-45 motor coaches. The grid heater cables that connect to the relay may have a loose connection and cause the relay to overheat.
Consequence: A relay that overheats can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Prevost will inspect and replace damaged components, and tighten the grid heater relay nuts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-908-222-7211. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-42.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2023-04-06. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2023 X3-45 VIP Entertainer motor coaches. The grommet that protects the electrical power distribution cables passing through a metallic panel was not installed, allowing the cables to chafe on the edges of the panel and potentially short circuit.
Consequence: An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Additionally, a vehicle fire may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Prevost will inspect and install the grommet, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 8, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-14.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2023-04-06. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2023 X3-45 and X3-45 VIP Entertainer motor coaches. The grommet that protects the electrical power distribution cables passing through a metallic panel is insufficient, allowing the cables to chafe on the edges of the panel and potentially short circuit.
Consequence: An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Additionally, a vehicle fire may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.
Remedy: Prevost will inspect, and replace the grommet if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 8, 2023. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR23-13.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-04-06. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Defect: Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2010-2023 H3-45, H3-45 VIP, X3-45, X3-45 Com, and X3-45 VIP vehicles. In the event of the alternator front bearing seizing, the alternator belt may continue to operate, causing the bearing to overheat.
Consequence: An overheated alternator bearing can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Prevost will replace the alternator belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Investigations
1 investigations; 0 open.
PE21011
Opened: 2021-05-13. Closed: 2022-10-03.
Alternator Front Bearing Failure
NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation after reviewing field reports concerning alternator front bearing failures that cause elevated temperatures within the engine compartment, resulting in the fire suppression system (FSS) activating, immediately shutting the engine down, and rendering the bus inoperable.Analysis of the data provided by Prevost Car (US) Inc
Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Linked campaign numbers: 22E030, 22V221, 22V222.
Manufacturer communications
15 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 3 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
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| SUSPENSION | 2 |
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| ENGINE | 1 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 1 |
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| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 1 |
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| LANE DEPARTURE | 1 |
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11029487
Date: 2026-02-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
The gasket thickness was increased from 1.5 mm to 3 mm to prevent interference between the collar ends, which previously made it impossible to reach the specified tightening torque. Increasing the gasket thickness ensures sufficient clearance between the collar ends and thus guarantees optimal tight
11003159
Date: 2024-06-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Sway bar collars improvement. Revision A : Add front sway bar support replacement and change bolts lenght.
10252407
Date: 2024-03-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin the urea harness possibility needs to be replaced to avoid oxidation.
10252405
Date: 2024-03-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, the DPF harness possibility needs to be replaced to avoid oxidation.
10248275
Date: 2023-12-14. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
SWAY BAR COLLARS IMPROVEMENT
10238423
Date: 2023-06-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: VISIBILITY.
Window Gaps Minimum Clearance on Converted Shells
10233625
Date: 2023-03-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
On the vehicles affected by this bulletin, the Vehicle Emission Control Information label must be replaced. Revision: B - Causal part changed, was 010352, becomes 85152363. No impact on procedure or parts involved.
10233622
Date: 2023-03-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.
Prevost Driver Assist System Description. Revision A - EFFECTIVE ON H3-45 SERIES UP TO VEHICLE P-1452
10231093
Date: 2023-01-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
STEERING GATEWAY. Revision B - PIN 2 and 10 were inverted on connector A139
10228667
Date: 2022-12-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
Air Tanks Draining Sequence. Revision: B - General Update