Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2008-2021 9700 vehicles. The headlights may not have the correct amount of light output, and either be too bright, or too dim. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, “Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.”
Volvo Bus Corporation – Incorrect Light Output from Headlights/FMVSS 108
| Report Received Date | 09/15/2021 |
| NHTSA ID | 21V717000 |
| Consequence Summary | Excessively bright or dim headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Dealers will replace of the headlight assembly or the bulbs, free of charge. Owners were notified of the safety risk on November 11, 2021. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available, which is expected to be in April 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Bus' customer service at 1-866-870-2046. |
| Recall Code | SR21-85 |
| Potentially Affected | 860 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V717000) |
More Volvo Bus Corporation Recalls