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SevereNHTSA·17V568000·Announced 2017-09-14

Volvo Bus Recalls 2017-2018 Prevost 9700 Buses for Accelerator Defect

Volvo Bus is recalling 2017-2018 Prevost 9700 transit buses because the accelerator pedal may not react when pushed, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (accelerator pedal failure) that creates an increased risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Volvo Bus Corporation is recalling certain 2017-2018 Prevost 9700 transit buses. The recall addresses a defect where the buses may not react when the accelerator pedal is pushed.

If the vehicle does not accelerate when commanded, there is an increased risk of a crash. The recall began on October 3, 2017.

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the accelerator pedals free of charge. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-866-870-2046 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VOLVO BUS 9700
Brand
VOLVO BUS
Manufacturer
Volvo Bus Corporation
Category
Vehicle — Transit Bus
Hazard
Affected units
33

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • 9700

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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