Volvo Bus Corporation | NHTSA Recall #13V474000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V474000 by Volvo Bus Corporation. Affecting model year 2013 9700 coach buses manufactured april 30, 2012, through november 2, 2012 Includes 22 affected units, Park Brake may not fully set, component: PARKING BRAKE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2013 9700 coach buses manufactured april 30, 2012, through november 2, 2012
Defect Summary
Volvo bus corporation (volvo bus) is recalling certain model year 2013 9700 coach buses manufactured april 30, 2012, through november 2, 2012. due a manufacturing error, the guide plate in the park brake control valve may prematurely wear creating a condition that causes the park brake lever to fail to completely apply the parking brakes.
Corrective Action
Volvo bus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the park brake valve, free of charge. The recall began on november 19, 2013. owners may contact volvo bus at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's recall number is sr13-87.