Draglink turnbuckle may fracture
Defect Summary
Prevost cars, inc (prevost) is recalling certain 2000 xl-45 buses, 2000-2006 xl2-45 buses and 2007-2014 x3-45 buses. the draglink tube turnbuckle may fracture causing a loss of steering.
Safety Consequence
A complete loss of steering would increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Prevost has notified owners, and dealers will replace the draglink, free of charge. prevost issued an interim notification to owners on february 13, 2019. the recall began june 3, 2019. owners may contact prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. prevost's number for this recall is sr19-04.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Prevost Car (us) Inc. or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 18V928000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V928000?
NHTSA recall 18V928000 was issued by Prevost Car (us) Inc. on December 21, 2018. It addresses: Draglink turnbuckle may fracture. The recall affects approximately 676 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Prevost Car (us) Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V928000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR19-04. 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.