Emergency windows/fmvss 217
Defect Summary
Prevost car inc. (prevost) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 volvo 9700 motor coaches. on some vehicles, the quantity of emergency exit windows is insufficient to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Safety Consequence
In the event of an emergency, passengers may be delayed in exiting the vehicle due to limited emergency windows, increasing the risk of personal injury.
Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional emergency exit window, free of charge. an interim notification will be completed by mid-july 2012. the safety recall began on september 27, 2012. owners may contact prevost car inc. At 1-866-870-2046 or 1-418-883-2888.
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FAQ: Recall 12V205000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V205000?
NHTSA recall 12V205000 was issued by Prevost Car (us) Inc. on May 8, 2012. It addresses: Emergency windows/fmvss 217. The recall affects approximately 27 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Prevost Car (us) Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V205000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR12-57. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.