Prevost M5 Bus Shell Recalls in Canada
The Prevost M5 Bus Shell has 6 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by electrical issues with 5 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any Prevost dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
1999-05-14Brakes: On certain vehicles, the pneumatic brake line hoses may have been manufactured using heater hose material instead of brake line hose material. Heater hoses are not appropriate for
1998-07-22Electrical: THE NUTS FIXING THE ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY CABLES WERE NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED BEFORE BEING TORQUED. THE NUTS COULD BECOME LOOSE OVER TIME WHICH COULD RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT ON T
1998-07-22Electrical: THE NUTS FIXING THE ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY CABLES WERE NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED BEFORE BEING TORQUED. THE NUTS COULD BECOME LOOSE OVER TIME WHICH COULD RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT ON T
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FAQ
How many recalls does the Prevost M5 Bus Shell have in Canada?
6 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the Prevost M5 Bus Shell (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is electrical with 5 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific Prevost M5 Bus Shell has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any Prevost dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.