NHTSA Campaign 22V917000

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Issued by Volvo Bus Corporation · Reported Dec 12, 2022 · 20 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2022 9700 buses. The GPS devices may have been installed incorrectly, which can cause an accelerator pedal sensor malfunction and lead to an unexpected loss of drive power.

Consequence

A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

Remedy

Prevost will inspect and reinstall the GPS devices, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 31, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Bus' customer service at 1-866-870-2046.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
VOLVO BUS 9700 2022 20

Source: NHTSA Campaign 22V917000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.