CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:EMERGENCY:FIRE SUPRESSION
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Metallic debris inside the electrical connectors of the automatic fire suppression system can cause a short circuit. This can give the driver a false fire warning, shut down the engine, and release chemical fire extinguishing agent into the engine compartment.
An unexpected engine shutdown raises the risk of a crash. A disabled coach may also need to be evacuated in uncontrolled traffic, which can increase the risk of injury to passengers.
The remedy is free. Prevost will inspect the fire suppression system connectors and remove any metallic debris if needed. Owners who received a notification letter mailed August 28, 2025 can contact Prevost customer service at 1-866-870-2046 and reference recall SR25-85. Owners can also check their vehicle identification number for open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo Bus 9700 | 202320242025 |
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