Recall 21V717000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS

Report Date
20210915
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS
Affected Vehicles
14 models

Defect Description

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."

Safety Consequence

Excessively bright or dim headlights may reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace of the headlight assembly or the bulbs, free of charge. Owners notification letters were mailed September 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Bus' customer service at 1-866-870-2046.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2008 VOLVO BUS 9700
2009 VOLVO BUS 9700
2010 VOLVO BUS 9700
2011 VOLVO BUS 9700
2012 VOLVO BUS 9700
2013 VOLVO BUS 9700
2014 VOLVO BUS 9700
2015 VOLVO BUS 9700
2016 VOLVO BUS 9700
2017 VOLVO BUS 9700
2018 VOLVO BUS 9700
2019 VOLVO BUS 9700
2020 VOLVO BUS 9700
2021 VOLVO BUS 9700

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.