Recall 04V-077: 2002–2003 Volvo VHD, 2002–2003 Volvo VN

VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Feb 13, 2004, covering about 2,112 vehicles.

NHTSA number
04V-077
Report date
Feb 13, 2004
Vehicles affected
2,112
Owners notified
Mar 8, 2004

The problem

On certain heavy-duty class 8 trucks, the assembled engine pre-heater jumper wiring harness was incorrectly assembled.

The risk

The engine pre-heater could overheat resulting in damage to the pre-heater and other engine heat sensitive components near the pre-heater and the ability to re-start the engine could be compromised, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will repair the affected circuits in the jumper wiring harness connector. Owner notification is expected to begin during march 2004. 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.

Notes

Volvo truck recall no. Rvxx0402.customer's can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number04V077000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volvo VHD2002, 2003All years
Volvo VN2002, 2003All 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 04V-077?

On certain heavy-duty class 8 trucks, the assembled engine pre-heater jumper wiring harness was incorrectly assembled.

How is recall 04V-077 fixed?

Dealers will repair the affected circuits in the jumper wiring harness connector. Owner notification is expected to begin during march 2004. 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.

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.