NHTSA Recall 12V295000
NHTSA Campaign Id 12V295000; Date: Jun. 26, 2012
If this occurs, the vehicle may suddenly stop without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Volvo Bus 9700; 2010 Volvo Bus 9700; 2011 Volvo Bus 9700; 2012 Volvo Bus 9700
Component: Electrical System: Software
Manufactured by: Prevost Cars, Inc.
Affected Units:: 27
Recall Summary:
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Volvo 9700 motor coaches. Due to a software error, the vehicles may come to a sudden stop by brake application if the sensor reads that the wheelchair lift door is not completely closed.
How to Fix:
Prevost will notify owners and dealers will update the software, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 13, 2012. Owners may contact prevost car inc. , service department toll-free at 1-866-870-2046 or 1-418-831-2046.
Recall Notes:
The prevost recall campaign number is sr12-59. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 13, 2012
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