NHTSA vehicle safety data
2008 Prevost Xlii-45 Entertainer Recalls & Complaints
The 2008 Prevost Xlii-45 Entertainer has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Prevost dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2008 Prevost Xlii-45 Entertainer. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2008 Prevost Xlii-45 Entertainer owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2008 Prevost Xlii-45 Entertainer, describing incidents dated July 29, 2024.
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ODI #11645488 · Filed
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P-Clamp may cause Short Circuit
NHTSA #13V534000 · Electrical System — 12V/24V/48V Battery — Cables · NHTSA notice
Reported October 29, 2013 · Prevost Cars, Inc.
Potentially affected: 142 vehicles
Repair completion: 76.76% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Prevost campaign SR13-73 · Owners notified December 16, 2013 · Vehicles built November 2, 2000 – November 27, 2008 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Cold Tire Pressure Certification Plate/Part 567
NHTSA #13V472000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported September 26, 2013 · Prevost Cars, Inc.
Potentially affected: 35 vehicles
Repair completion: 88.57% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Prevost campaign SR13-61 · Owners notified November 22, 2013 · Vehicles built November 18, 2004 – September 4, 2013 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain model year 2013 X3-45, 2012-2014 H3-45, 2008 H3-45 VIP, 2005 XL2, and 2006-2011 XL2-45 Entertainer buses equipped with super single tires. The cold inflation pressure shown on the certification plate is higher than the specification for the super single tires installed on the rear axle, which may lead to tire overinflation. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Part 567, "Certification Regulation."
Safety consequence
Tire overinflation may reduce traction, braking ability and handling, increasing the the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification plate, free of charge. The recallbegan on November 22, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888. Prevost's recall number is SR13-61.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Emergency Window Decal Instructions are Inaccurate
NHTSA #13V150000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported April 19, 2013 · Prevost Cars, Inc.
Potentially affected: 655 vehicles
Repair completion: 50.53% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Prevost campaign SR13-26 · Owners notified August 30, 2013 · Vehicles built November 15, 2005 – February 6, 2013 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 X3-45 VIP, 2006-2013 H3-45 VIP, and 2006-2011 XLII-45 coach buses equipped with window part numbers: 790612, 790613, and 790614. These vehicles were manufactured between October 31, 2003, through April 10, 2013. On the vehicles involved, the decals explaining how to open the emergency windows does not contain a step required to open the window in case of an emergency. Specifically, the latch must be held down while the window is pushed outward to release the window; this is not stated on the decal.
Safety consequence
In the event of a crash, the incorrect label may result in difficulty opening the emergency windows. This could increase the risk of personal injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the emergency window decals, free of charge. An interim notice was mailed to owners on August 1, 2013. Owners were notified that the replacement decals are available on August 30, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888 x 6558. Prevost's campaign recall number is SR13-26.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other Prevost Xlii-45 Entertainer model years
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