Recall 11V050000: 2011 Volvo VNL
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 24, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 1,847
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2011 vnl trucks manufactured from march 23, 2010, through december 22, 2010. There is a potential for the vehicle to start without warning because of an unintended path to ground that exists. This can occur when either the negative battery cable is disconnected at the battery/fusible link or if the fusible link opens as a result of a short circuit.
The risk
This presents a risk of injury with nonoperational conditions such as when the vehicle is being serviced.
The fix
Dealers will replace a wiring harness free of charge. The safety recall began on april 13, 2011. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Notes
Volvo trucks recall no. Rvxx1101.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V050000
- Manufacturer campaign
- RVXX1101
- Manufacturer
- VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
- Owner letters
- Apr 13, 2011
- Components
- Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology