Volvo Bus Corporation: Safety Recalls in 2022

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 3 safety recalls made by Volvo Bus Corporation in 2022. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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December 12, 2022

(Campaign #: SR23-82)

Incorrectly Installed GPS Devices

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.

NHTSA ID: 22V917000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 20

Consequence Summary:

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.

Corrective Action:

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.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 100

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November 15, 2022

(Campaign #: SR22-86)

Emergency Lights May Fail to Activate

Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2023 Volvo 9700 vehicles. The emergency light sensors may have been installed incorrectly, causing the emergency lights to fail to activate after a rollover event.

NHTSA ID: 22V841000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 14

Consequence Summary:

Emergency lights that fail to activate can increase passenger evacuation time, increasing the risk of injury.

Corrective Action:

Prevost will inspect and reinstall the emergency light sensors, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 30, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Bus' customer service at 1-866-870-2046.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 70

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April 6, 2022

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Alternator Belt May Overheat Seized Bearing

Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2020 Volvo 9700 DOT vehicles. In the event of the alternator front bearing seizing, the alternator belt may continue to operate, causing the bearing to overheat.

NHTSA ID: 22V222000

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

# of Units Affected: 48

Consequence Summary:

An overheated alternator bearing can increase the risk of a fire.

Corrective Action:

Volvo Bus will replace the alternator belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Bus customer service at 1-866-870-2046.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 55.32

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