Recall 00V-232: 1997–2000 Volvo ACL, 1997–2000 Volvo VNL and 6 more
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Aug 22, 2000, covering about 18,362 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with bendix air ABS with an ec-17 1030r electronic control unit (Ecu), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.
The risk
This condition could cause the ABS ECU to exhaust the air at the air brake modulators for one or more of the wheels. This could result in extended braking distances and a possible crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the ABS ECU.
Notes
Owner notification was phased.first mailing to critical category "a" owners began december 11, 2000.all other owner notification began february 12, 2001.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Air › Antilock |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V232003 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo ACL | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Volvo VNL | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Volvo VNM | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Volvo WAH | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Volvo WG | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Volvo WX | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Volvo Wxll | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
| Volvo WXR | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-232?
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with bendix air ABS with an ec-17 1030r electronic control unit (Ecu), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.
How is recall 00V-232 fixed?
Dealers will replace the ABS ECU.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.