NHTSA Recall 03V474000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V474000; Date: Nov. 17, 2003
This could result in loss of power assist and an increase in needed brake pedal force, which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2000 Volvo S40; 2000 Volvo V40
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:power Assist:vacuum
Manufactured by: Volvo Cars Of N. A. Llc.
Affected Units:: 36,000
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, water can enter the electrical brake vacuum pump, causing the pump to fail.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the pump with a new and improved version and move the pump to a new location. Owner notification began on March 15, 2004. Owners should contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
Recall Notes:
Volvo recall no. 129. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 15, 2004
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