NHTSA Recall 23V890000: Wheelchair lift/ramp (equipment adaptive/mobility)
Volvo Bus Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 193 vehicles. It affects 2013–2021 Volvo Bus 9700.
| NHTSA campaign | 23V890000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR24-81 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY › WHEELCHAIR LIFT/RAMP |
| Report received | December 22, 2023 |
| Owner notification | September 16, 2024 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2013-2021 9700 buses. The red beacon lighting on the Threshold Warning System (TWS) may not be bright enough. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 403, "Platform Lift Systems."
Safety risk
Beacons that do not provide proper illumination may be less visible to wheelchair lift users, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Prevost will replace the red beacons, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 16, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Bus customer service at 1-866-870-2043. Volvo Bus number for this recall is SR24-81.
Notes
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 23V890000
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.