Recall 06V-021: 2003–2006 Volvo VHD, 2003–2006 Volvo VNL and 1 more

VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jan 26, 2006, covering about 33,102 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-021
Report date
Jan 26, 2006
Vehicles affected
33,102
Owners notified
Mar 3, 2006

The problem

On certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (Egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the EGR valves to the cooler may crack or break.

The risk

If the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and repair the EGR cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. An interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. Owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Notes

Volvo trucks recall no. Rvxx0601.customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V021000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volvo VHD2003, 2004, 2005, 2006All years
Volvo VNL2003, 2004, 2005, 2006All years
Volvo VNM2003, 2004, 2005, 2006All 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 06V-021?

On certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (Egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the EGR valves to the cooler may crack or break.

How is recall 06V-021 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and repair the EGR cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. An interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. Owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. Owners may 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.