Automatic fire detection and suppression system
Defect Summary
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2013 x3-45 and mth xlii-45e vehicles, all equipped with volvo d13 engines and an automatic fire detection and suppression system (afss). the afss linear thermal detector wire may come in contact with or chafe against its supporting tie cables.
Safety Consequence
If the detector wire chafes it may cause the afss to activate with no fire present and, as a result, the stop engine feature will be activated, bringing the vehicle to an unplanned stop and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will add a protection cloth to the linear thermal detector wire at the location of tie cable, free of charge. the safety recall began on september 27, 2012. owners may contact prevost car inc., service department toll-free at 1-866-870-2046 or 1-418-831-2046.
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FAQ: Recall 12V435000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V435000?
NHTSA recall 12V435000 was issued by Prevost Car (us) Inc. on September 6, 2012. It addresses: Automatic fire detection and suppression system. The recall affects approximately 15 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Prevost Car (us) Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V435000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR 12-29. 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.