NHTSA recall 20V803000
Power train › Automatic transmission
Volvo Bus 9700
Reported Dec 21, 2020553 vehicles affectedVolvo Bus CorporationMaker’s number SR21-81; SR21-80
The defect
Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2015-2020 9700 buses. The transmission C1 hub may fail which may lead to a disabled vehicle.
The risk
A disabled bus may require passengers to transfer to a different bus on the side of the road, increasing the risk of injury.
The remedy
Volvo Bus will notify owners, and dealers will update the Transmission Control Module (TCM) calibration software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 12, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Bus customer service at 1-866-870-2046.