Volvo Bus Corporation | NHTSA Recall #14V091000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V091000 by Volvo Bus Corporation. Affecting model year 2009-2014 9700 coaches equipped with a wheelchair lift Includes 121 affected units, Sliding Seat Locking Mechanism, component: SEATS, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2009-2014 9700 coaches equipped with a wheelchair lift

Defect Summary

Volvo bus corporation (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 9700 coaches equipped with a wheelchair lift. in the affected vehicles,the sliding seats, which can be moved to make room for wheelchair passengers, have lock down handles which can be forced to latch in an incorrect location. locking the seats incorrectly may cause damage to the handle and allow the seat to not latch properly.

Corrective Action

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will install plates along the sliding seat rail to show correct locking positions and provide an addendum to the operator's manual. the recall began on april 28, 2014. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-528-6586. volvo's number associated with this recall is sr14-82.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V091000

Manufacturer: Volvo Bus Corporation

Report Received Date: 2014-03-04T00:00:00

Subject: Sliding seat locking mechanism

Component: Seats

Potentially Affected Units: 121

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SR14-82

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volvo bus corporation (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 9700 coaches equipped with a wheelchair lift. in the affected vehicles,the sliding seats, which can be moved to make room for wheelchair passengers, have lock down handles which can be forced to latch in an incorrect location. locking the seats incorrectly may cause damage to the handle and allow the seat to not latch properly.

Consequence Summary: 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.

Corrective Action: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will install plates along the sliding seat rail to show correct locking positions and provide an addendum to the operator's manual. the recall began on april 28, 2014. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-528-6586. volvo's number associated with this recall is sr14-82.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 80.17

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NHTSA ID: 14V091000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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