Vehicle recall 04V457000 · September 17, 2004
Volvo VHD and VN
On certain trucks equipped with valeo wiper systems, the wiper motor may be susceptive to salt intrusion that could possibly lead to a condition where the connector overheats to…
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- Summary
- On certain trucks equipped with valeo wiper systems, the wiper motor may be susceptive to salt intrusion that could possibly lead to a condition where the connector overheats to a point where the connector could ignite.
- Consequence
- If this occurs, excessive heat and smoke could result in an under hood fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the connector plate on the windshield wiper motor. Phase 2 of the recall began on November 1, 2004. Owners should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- Notes
- Volvo trucks recall NO.RVXX0406.CUSTOMERS 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
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V457000
- Reported to NHTSA
- September 17, 2004
- Filed by
- VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- RVXX0406
- Owner notification
- November 1, 2004
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 56,154
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Vehicles covered
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