P-clamp may cause short circuit
Defect Summary
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 x3-45 and x3-45 entertainer coach buses manufactured november 2, 2006, through november 27, 2008. in the affected buses there are two battery cables. one of cables may have been inadvertently installed in a p-clamp. as a result, the cable that is not run through the p-clamp may rub against the p-clamp causing a short circuit.
Safety Consequence
A short may result in a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will remove the p-clamp, inspect, and replace the affected battery cable as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on december 16, 2013. owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-2888. prevost's recall number is sr13-73.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Prevost Car (us) Inc. or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 13V534000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V534000?
NHTSA recall 13V534000 was issued by Prevost Car (us) Inc. on October 29, 2013. It addresses: P-clamp may cause short circuit. The recall affects approximately 142 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Prevost Car (us) Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V534000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR13-73. 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.