2020 Prevost H3-45, 2020 Prevost H3-45 Vip, 2020 Prevost X3-45 Recall: Driveshaft clamp bolts may not be properly tightened
NHTSA campaign 19V900000 · Power Train · filed Dec 17, 2019 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Prevost Cars, Inc. (Prevost) is recalling certain 2020 Prevost X3-45 VIP, X3-45 Passenger, H3-45 VIP, and H3-45 Passenger coach buses. The driveshaft clamp bolts may not be properly tightened.
The risk
The driveshaft connection may separate resulting in a loss of drive. Additionally, a section of the driveshaft may detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Prevost has notified owners, and will replace and properly tighten the driveshaft clamp bolts, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2019. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR19-43.
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.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 19V900000 (manufacturer number SR19-43). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.