Volvo Bus 9700 (2009) – 12V295000

Defect Description For Recall

Prevost Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2009-2012 Volvo 9700 Motor Coaches. Due To A Software Error, The Vehicles May Come To A Sudden Stop By Brake Application If The Sensor Reads That The Wheelchair Lift Door Is Not Completely Closed.

Make Of Vehicle

VOLVO BUS

Model Of Vehicle

9700

Year

2009

Recall Campaign Number

12V295000

Component Description

Electrical System:Software

Effect Of Defect

If This Occurs, The Vehicle May Suddenly Stop Without Warning, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.

Fix Defect

Prevost Will Notify Owners And Dealers Will Update The Software, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On July 13, 2012. Owners May Contact Prevost Car Inc., Service Department Toll-Free At 1-866-870-2046 Or 1-418-831-2046.

Vehicle Manufacturer

Prevost Cars, Inc.

Start Of Manufacture

End Of Manufacture

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

27

Date Owners Notified

20120713

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Volvo Bus Corporation

Date Report Received

20120626

Make Campaign Number

SR12-59

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard