Prevost Recalls 2026 H3-45 and H3-45 VIP Vehicles Over Detaching Exterior Mirrors
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Prevost Car (US) Inc. is recalling certain 2026 H3-45 and H3-45 VIP vehicles because aftermarket exterior driver-side mirrors may detach, posing a crash risk.
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This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 6, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Prevost Car (US) Inc. (Prevost) has issued a recall for certain 2026 model year H3-45 and H3-45 VIP vehicles. The recall concerns aftermarket exterior driver-side mirrors that may exhibit excessive play. This instability can lead to the mirror detaching from the vehicle while it is in operation.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects between 25 and 50 units. The specific models involved are:
- Make/Model: PREVOST H3-45 (Model Year 2026)
- Make/Model: PREVOST H3-45 VIP (Model Year 2026)
These vehicles are specifically those equipped with aftermarket exterior driver-side mirrors.
What You Should Do
Prevost will inspect the mirrors and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by April 10, 2026. Owners may contact Prevost's customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's internal identification number for this recall is SR26-03. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on the NHTSA website beginning February 27, 2026.
Why This Matters
A detached mirror significantly reduces the driver's visibility and can become a dangerous road hazard for other vehicles. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash.
Source
This information is provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Campaign Number 26V095000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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