Recall
Volvo Bus 9700 — 21V717000
NHTSA ID
21V717000
Make
Volvo Bus
Model
9700
Years Affected
2009
Recall Date
2021-09-15
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS
Units Affected
860
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
SR21-85
Summary
Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2008-2021 9700 vehicles. The headlights may not have the correct amount of light output, and either be too bright, or too dim. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Excessively bright or dim headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace of the headlight assembly or the bulbs, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed September 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Bus' customer service at 1-866-870-2046.