Prevost/coolant heater
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: transit coaches. some coolant heaters may have been provided without a combustion chamber (burner tube). a flame will be noticed exiting the exhaust pipe at the bottom of the unit.
Safety Consequence
Damage to the heater and the vehicle in which it is installed is possible if a coolant heater is missing a combustion chamber.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the coolant heater for a combustion chamber. if a chamber is missing, one will be added.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Prevost Car, Inc. Inactive or involving Engine And Engine Cooling.
FAQ: Recall 00V342000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V342000?
NHTSA recall 00V342000 was issued by Prevost Car, Inc. Inactive on October 25, 2000. It addresses: Prevost/coolant heater. The recall affects approximately 487 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Prevost Car, Inc. Inactive dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V342000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR00-25. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.