Hydraulic pipe for fan drive may crack
Defect Summary
Prevost is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 volvo bus 9700 coaches. the pipe that carries hydraulic fluid to the fan drive may crack allowing oil to spray on hot engine components.
Safety Consequence
Hydraulic oil sprayed onto hot engine components may result in a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action
Prevost will notify owners, and dealers will add a rubber skirt to the hydraulic pipe, free of charge. The safety recall began on october 22, 2012. owners may contact prevost at 1-418-883-2888.
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FAQ: Recall 12V450000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V450000?
NHTSA recall 12V450000 was issued by Prevost Car (us) Inc. on September 13, 2012. It addresses: Hydraulic pipe for fan drive may crack. The recall affects approximately 203 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Prevost Car (us) Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V450000 or the manufacturer campaign number SR12-65. 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.