NHTSA Recall 08V028000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V028000; Date: Jan. 24, 2008
If the driver believes that regeneration has been stopped when it has not, it could result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Volvo VNL; 2008 Volvo VT
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel
Manufactured by: Volvo Trucks North America
Affected Units:: 798
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks, an incorrect software parameter was loaded which resulted in the diesel particulate filter (dpf) 'inhibit' function being disabled. The 'inhibit' function is a means for the driver to stop a dpf regeneration from occurring if a vehicle is in a location that may present a hazardous situation.
How to Fix:
Dealers will change the control parameters. The recall began on February 15, 2008. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Recall Notes:
Volvo trucks recall no. Rvxx0708. 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.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 15, 2008
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