2000 Prevost Xl-45 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2000 Prevost Xl-45 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2000 compare to other Xl-45 years?

Xl-45 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2000 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2000 Prevost Xl-45 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

18V928000SteeringDecember 21, 2018 · 676 units

Defect

Prevost Cars, Inc (Prevost) is recalling certain 2000 XL-45 buses, 2000-2006 XL2-45 buses and 2007-2014 X3-45 buses. The draglink tube turnbuckle may fracture causing a loss of steering.

Consequence

A complete loss of steering would increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Prevost has notified owners, and dealers will replace the draglink, free of charge. Prevost issued an interim notification to owners on February 13, 2019. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR19-04.

00V389000SuspensionNovember 21, 2000 · 3,600 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: TRANSIT COACHES. THE REINFORCEMENT BRACKETS WERE NOT WELDED ON THE TAG AXLE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL WELD THE BRACKETS ON THE TAB AXLE.

00V262000SuspensionSeptember 11, 2000 · 554 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: BUS SHELLS AND COACHES. THE BALL JOINT SEALING BOOT COULD BE PERFORATED ALLOWING GREASE LEAKAGE.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BOOT.

2000 Prevost Xl-45 — common questions

Is the 2000 Prevost Xl-45 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2000 Prevost Xl-45 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2000 Prevost Xl-45. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2000 compare to other Xl-45 years?

Does the 2000 Prevost Xl-45 have recalls?

2000 Prevost Xl-45 — common questions

Is the 2000 Prevost Xl-45 reliable?

Does the 2000 Prevost Xl-45 have recalls?

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