Prevost/brake lines
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: transit buses and bus shells. some brake line hoses may have been manufactured using heater hose material instead of brake line hose material. heater hoses are not appropriate for use as brake lines because the operating pressure of the braking system is much higher than that of the heating system.
Safety Consequence
This could result in sudden brake line failure.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the heater hoses with correct brake line hoses.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Prevost Car, Inc. Inactive or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 99V092000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99V092000?
NHTSA recall 99V092000 was issued by Prevost Car, Inc. Inactive on April 27, 1999. It addresses: Prevost/brake lines. The recall affects approximately 116 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Prevost Car, Inc. Inactive dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V092000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.