Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #09V173000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V173000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 127,764 affected units, WIPER MOTOR, component: VISIBILITY, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Volvo trucks is recalling 127,764 my 2001-2008 vhd, vnl, vnm, and my 2005-2008 vt trucks. a seal may fail allowing water and contaminants to seep into the windshield wiper motor.

Corrective Action

Volvo will replace the wiper motor free of charge. since this recall involves a large number of vehicles, volvo will release the recall in stages as parts are received. priority will be given to the vehicles located in the regions/states that have a corrosive environment. the recall began on september 30, 2009. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V173000

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Report Received Date: 2009-05-21T00:00:00

Subject: Wiper motor

Component: Visibility

Potentially Affected Units: 127,764

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RVXX0902

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volvo trucks is recalling 127,764 my 2001-2008 vhd, vnl, vnm, and my 2005-2008 vt trucks. a seal may fail allowing water and contaminants to seep into the windshield wiper motor.

Consequence Summary: If this happens a short circuit may occur, which over time could possibly lead to a vehicle fire.

Corrective Action: Volvo will replace the wiper motor free of charge. since this recall involves a large number of vehicles, volvo will release the recall in stages as parts are received. priority will be given to the vehicles located in the regions/states that have a corrosive environment. the recall began on september 30, 2009. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09V173000

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