2012 VOLVO BUS 9700 Safety Overview
The 2012 VOLVO BUS 9700 has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 10 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Exterior lighting:headlights
- Equipment adaptive/mobility:wheelchair lift/ramp
- Power train:automatic transmission
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as excessively bright or dim headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for VOLVO BUS 9700 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2008-2021 9700 vehicles.
Excessively bright or dim headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 21V717000: Excessively bright or dim headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2009-2021 Volvo 9700 vehicles equipped wit...
In the event that a mobility device pushes into the outer barrier, the barrier may fail, increasing the risk of injury for the lift occupant.
NHTSA Recall 21V597000: In the event that a mobility device pushes into the outer barrier, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain model year 2008-2017 9700 buses manufactur...
An unexpected engine shutdown increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 16V836000: An unexpected engine shutdown increases the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Volvo 9700 buses manufact...
If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 15V604000: If hot exhaust gas contacts other components or materials, it can increase... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 9700 coaches equipped wit...
If the sliding seat is not locked in place, the seat may move forward and backwards on the track, increasing the risk of injury to the seat passenger if the coach is involved in a crash.
NHTSA Recall 14V091000: If the sliding seat is not locked in place, the seat may move forward and... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Volvo Bus Corporation is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 9700 coaches manufactured from Au...
The driver may lose the ability to control the bus's speed, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 13V171000: The driver may lose the ability to control the bus's speed, increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Volvo Bus 9700 coaches manufactured from April ...
With either the maintenance safety pins missing or not able to be used, the wheelchair lift may not be safely stowed in place, increasing the risk of injury to those working on, or around, the lift.
NHTSA Recall 12V539000: With either the maintenance safety pins missing or not able to be used, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Volvo Bus 9700 coaches.
Hydraulic oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a vehicle fire.
NHTSA Recall 12V450000: Hydraulic oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a vehicle fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
PREVOST IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2012 VOLVO 9700 MOTOR COACHES.
IF THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE MAY SUDDENLY STOP WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
NHTSA Recall 12V295000: IF THIS OCCURS, THE VEHICLE MAY SUDDENLY STOP WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
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IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, PASSENGERS MAY BE DELAYED IN EXITING THE VEHICLE DUE TO LIMITED EMERGENCY WINDOWS, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
NHTSA Recall 12V205000: IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, PASSENGERS MAY BE DELAYED IN EXITING THE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.