Passenger seats
Defect Summary
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 volvo 9700 transit buses. during production, the passenger seat wall mounting tracks may have not been properly secured to the structure.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, there is an increased risk of personal injury to passengers.
Corrective Action
Volvo bus will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the passenger seat wall tracks free of charge. owners may contact prevost car inc., service department toll-free at 1-866-870-2046 or 1-418-831-2046.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Prevost Car (us) Inc. or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 12V313000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V313000?
NHTSA recall 12V313000 was issued by Prevost Car (us) Inc. on July 5, 2012. It addresses: Passenger seats. The recall affects approximately 165 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 12V313000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR12-61. 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.