Volvo Bus Corporation is recalling certain 2013-2021 9700 buses
— Recall Campaign #23V890000
Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2013-2021 9700 buses. The red beacon lighting on the Threshold Warning System (TWS) may not be bright enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 193 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
23V890000
| Manufacturer: | Volvo Bus Corporation |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | December 22, 2023 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 23V890000 |
| Units affected: | 193 |
- Description:
- Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2013-2021 9700 buses. The red beacon lighting on the Threshold Warning System (TWS) may not be bright enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."
- Consequeces:
- Beacons that do not provide proper illumination may be less visible to wheelchair lift users, increasing the risk of injury.
- Corrective action:
- Prevost will replace the red beacons, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Bus customer service at 1-866-870-2043. Volvo Bus number for this recall is SR24-81.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.