Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer, H3 Vip +3 more: Vehicle speed control — accelerator pedal

Affects Prevost XLII-45 Entertainer, H3 Vip, X3-45, H3-41, H3-45 · 2008–2010 — about 81 vehicles.

The hazard

If the springs break, the pedal may not return to idle once the driver lifts their foot off the pedal. This unintended acceleration increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected accelerator pedals, free of charge. The recall began on December 17, 2013. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888. Prevost's recall number is SR13-72.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational