Recall
Volvo Bus 9700 — 12V450000
NHTSA ID
12V450000
Make
Volvo Bus
Model
9700
Years Affected
2010
Recall Date
2012-09-13
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
Units Affected
203
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
SR12-65
Summary
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.
Consequence
Hydraulic oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
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.