Volvo Bus Corporation – Alternator Belt May Overheat Seized Bearing

Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2020 Volvo 9700 DOT vehicles. In the event of the alternator front bearing seizing, the alternator belt may continue to operate, causing the bearing to overheat.


Report Received Date 04/06/2022
NHTSA ID 22V222000
Consequence Summary An overheated alternator bearing can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action Volvo Bus will replace the alternator belt, free of charge. Owner notification letters September 30, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Bus customer service at 1-866-870-2046.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 47
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V222000)

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