Recall 09V-173: 2001–2008 Volvo VHD, 2001–2008 Volvo VNL and 2 more
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on May 21, 2009, covering about 127,764 vehicles.
The problem
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.
The risk
If this happens a short circuit may occur, which over time could possibly lead to a vehicle fire.
The fix
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.
Notes
Volvo trucks recall no. Rvxx0902.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> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V173000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo VHD | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Volvo VNL | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Volvo VNM | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| Volvo VT | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 | 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 09V-173?
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.
How is recall 09V-173 fixed?
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.
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.