NHTSA Recall 24V524000
Filed by Volvo Bus Corporation. Component: Steering. Reported 2024-07-09. An estimated 10 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Volvo Bus Corporation (Volvo Bus) is recalling certain 2024 Volvo 9700 vehicles. The castellated nuts securing the steering gear link rod to the steering arm and/or the pitman arm may not have been tightened properly, which can allow it to loosen.
Risk
A loose steering gear link rod can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Prevost will tighten the castellated nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Bus customer service at 1-866-870-2046. Volvo Bus' number for this recall is SR24-84.
Manufacturer campaign number: SR24-84
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.