The problem
On certain vehicles the steering wheel retaining nut may not have been adequately tightened during assembly. The nut may continue to loosen and could eventually come out, allowing the steering wheel to separate from the steering column.
The fix
The steering wheel retaining nut will be tightened according to specifications and labor costs will be reimbursed by the manufacturer.
Contacts
Vehicle description: buses.System: steering; steering wheel, retaining nut.Consequences of defect: separation of the steering wheel during vehicleoperation could cause loss of vehicle control and an accident.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Prevost dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 82V093000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.