Prevost Recalls Exterior Driver Side Mirrors Due to Detachment Risk
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Prevost Car (US) Inc. is recalling three exterior driver side mirrors that may detach, potentially reducing driver visibility and creating road hazards.
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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 exterior driver side mirrors. According to the report, the mirrors exhibit excessive play and may detach from the vehicle while in use.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects a total of 3 units. The specific components involved are:
- Product: Exterior driver side mirrors
- Part Number: 990648
- Make: PREVOST
- Model: REARVIEW MIRROR
- Model Year: 9999 (Component/Equipment)
What You Should Do
Prevost will inspect and replace the affected mirrors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed by April 10, 2026. Consumers may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. When calling, please refer to Prevost's internal recall number: ER26-006.
Why This Matters
A detached mirror can significantly reduce the driver's visibility and become a dangerous road hazard for other vehicles. These conditions increase the overall risk of a crash.
Source
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Campaign Number 26E008000.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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