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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12V450000

2010 Volvo Bus 9700 | 2009 Volvo Bus 9700 | 2013 Volvo Bus 9700 | 2012 Volvo Bus 9700 | 2011 Volvo Bus 9700 — Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan

Published September 13, 2012 · Recall initiated: September 13, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12V450000, published September 13, 2012. Recalling firm: Volvo Bus Corporation; 2010 Volvo Bus 9700 | 2009 Volvo Bus 9700 | 2013 Volvo Bus 9700 | 2012 Volvo Bus 9700 | 2011 Volvo Bus 9700 — Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan.

What's the hazard

Prevost is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Volvo Bus 9700 coaches. The pipe that carries hydraulic fluid to the fan drive may crack allowing oil to spray on hot engine components.

What to do

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will add a rubber skirt to the hydraulic pipe, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 22, 2012. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888.

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Recall details

Brand
VOLVO BUS
Model
9700
Manufacturer
Volvo Bus Corporation
Lot
2010 VOLVO BUS 9700 | 2009 VOLVO BUS 9700 | 2013 VOLVO BUS 9700 | 2012 VOLVO BUS 9700 | 2011 VOLVO BUS 9700
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2010 Volvo Bus 9700 | 2009 Volvo Bus 9700 | 2013 Volvo Bus 9700 | 2012 Volvo Bus 9700 | 2011 Volvo Bus 9700 — Engine and engine cooling: cooling system: fan recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V450000 on September 13, 2012. Reported hazard: Prevost is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Volvo Bus 9700 coaches. The pipe that carries hydraulic fluid to the fan drive may crack allowing oil to spray on hot engine components.

What should I do if I have this product?

Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will add a rubber skirt to the hydraulic pipe, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 22, 2012. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLVO BUS. Model: 9700.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)