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- EQUIPMENT
- Problem
- Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2015-2018 9700 motorcoaches equipped with specific fire suppression systems. The actuator of the fire extinguisher system may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent.
- Risk
- If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
- Remedy
- Volvo Bus will notify owners, and the fire suppression system manufacturer will inspect the systems, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Bus customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Volvo Bus' number for this recall is SR19-83.
- 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.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The actuator of the fire extinguisher system in certain motorcoaches may not work properly, which can stop the fire suppression agent from being released.
If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, the risk of injury increases in the event of a fire. Owners will be notified by the manufacturer, and the fire suppression system maker will inspect the systems and replace them as needed.
The inspection and any needed replacement are free of charge. Owners can contact Volvo Bus customer service at 1-866-870-2046 and reference recall SR19-83, and can check their vehicle identification number for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo Bus 9700 | 2015201620172018 |
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