NHTSA Recall 04V457000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V457000; Date: Sep. 17, 2004
If this occurs, excessive heat and smoke could result in an under hood fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2000 Volvo VHD; 2001 Volvo VHD; 2002 Volvo VHD; 2003 Volvo VHD; 2004 Volvo VHD; 2000 Volvo VN; 2001 Volvo VN; 2002 Volvo VN; 2003 Volvo VN; 2004 Volvo VN
Component: Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor
Manufactured by: Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 56,154
Recall 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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall 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).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 1, 2004
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