Volvo Bus Corporation is recalling certain 2023-2025 Volvo 9700 buses
— Recall Campaign #25V469000
Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Volvo 9700 buses. Metallic debris within the electrical connectors of the Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) may cause a short circuit, resulting in a false warning to the driver, an engine shutdown, and the release of chemical fire extinguishing agent in the engine compartment.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 165 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
25V469000
| Manufacturer: | Volvo Bus Corporation |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | July 16, 2025 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 25V469000 |
| Units affected: | 165 |
- Description:
- Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Volvo 9700 buses. Metallic debris within the electrical connectors of the Automatic Fire Suppression System (AFSS) may cause a short circuit, resulting in a false warning to the driver, an engine shutdown, and the release of chemical fire extinguishing agent in the engine compartment.
- Consequeces:
- An unexpected engine shutdown increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled coach bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.
- Corrective action:
- Prevost will inspect and remove any metallic debris from the AFSS connectors, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 28, 2025. Owners may contact Prevost's customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR25-85.