SR19-83 – Fire Extinguisher May Not Discharge – 2015-2018 Volvo 9700 Motorcoaches

Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2015-2018 9700 motorcoaches equipped

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February 21, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V119000

Fire Extinguisher May Not Discharge

If the fire suppression system does not work as intended, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V119

Manufacturer Volvo Bus Corporation

Components EQUIPMENT

Potential Number of Units Affected  316

Summary

Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2015-2018 9700 motorcoaches equipped with specific fire suppression systems. The actuator of the fire extinguisher system may not function properly, preventing the fire extinguisher from discharging the fire suppression agent.

Remedy

Volvo Bus will notify owners, and the fire suppression system manufacturer will inspect the systems, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Volvo Bus customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Volvo Bus’ number for this recall is SR19-83.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to  www.safercar.gov.

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