2020 Volvo Bus 9700: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 22V222000 · 48 units potentially affected · filed Apr 6, 2022
What's wrong
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.
Why it matters
An overheated alternator bearing can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V222000
- Manufacturer no.
- —
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Bus Corporation
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
- Units affected
- 48
- Report received
- Apr 6, 2022
- Owner letters
- Sep 30, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Volvo Bus 9700 2020