NHTSA Recall 26V600000: Labels (equipment)
Volvo Bus Corporation reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,236 vehicles. It affects 2009–2025 Volvo Bus 9700.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V600000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SR26-84 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | September 18, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2009-2025 Volvo 9700 buses. The emergency exit label on the entrance door is missing the exit operating instructions. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
Safety risk
The missing information may prevent or delay the use of the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Prevost will replace the emergency exit identification labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 3, 2026. Owners may contact Prevost's customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Prevost's number for this recall is SR26-84. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 25, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V600000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo Bus 9700 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 |
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.