NHTSA Recall 12V450000: Fan (engine and engine cooling)
PREVOST CARS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 203 vehicles. It affects 2009–2013 Volvo Bus 9700.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V450000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR12-65 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › COOLING SYSTEM › FAN |
| Report received | September 13, 2012 |
| Owner notification | October 22, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Volvo Bus 9700 coaches. The pipe that carries hydraulic fluid to the fan drive may crack allowing oil to spray on hot engine components.
Safety risk
Hydraulic oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will add a rubber skirt to the hydraulic pipe, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 22, 2012. Owners may contact Prevost at 1-418-883-2888.
Notes
The Prevost recall campaign number is SR12-64.Customers may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-423 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V450000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.