Prevost X3-45 Commuter Bus Recall Due to Seat Anchor Issues
Prevost Car (US) Inc. is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3-45 commuter buses because passenger seat anchors may be improperly installed, potentially increasing injury risk in a crash.
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What Happened
Prevost Car (US) Inc. is recalling certain 2025-2026 X3-45 commuter buses due to improperly installed passenger seat anchors, which may not adequately restrain occupants.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 2025 and 2026 model year X3-45 COMMUTER buses manufactured by Prevost. A total of 264 units are affected. The NHTSA campaign number is 26V093000, and Prevost's recall number is SR26-304. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved can be searched on NHTSA.gov starting February 27, 2026.
What You Should Do
Owners should have their vehicles inspected and the seat anchors reinstalled as necessary at no charge by Prevost. Notification letters were mailed on March 10, 2026. Contact Prevost's customer service at 1-866-870-2046 for more information.
Why This Matters
This recall addresses a safety defect that could fail to restrain passengers during a crash, increasing the risk of injury and highlighting the importance of proper vehicle maintenance.
Source
NHTSA Recall ID: 26V093000. For more details, visit NHTSA.gov.
Source: NHTSA Official Notice