NHTSA Recall 86V050000
NHTSA Campaign Id 86V050000; Date: Apr. 1, 1986
Recalled Vehicles:
1984 Volvo N10; 1985 Volvo N10; 1986 Volvo N10; 1984 Volvo N12; 1985 Volvo N12; 1986 Volvo N12
Component: Exterior Lighting:headlights
Manufactured by: Volvo Gm Heavy Truck Corp
Affected Units:: 1,206
Recall Summary:
Trucks were built with headlamps wiring harnesses which may have the "upper beam"/"lower beam" wires reversed. This causes the trucks not to be in compliance with fmvss 108. Consequence of defect: lamps would use the upper beam filament when operated in the lower beam mode. This may cause visual problems to the oncoming driver and may lead to an accident.
How to Fix:
Repair headlamp wiring to assure comformance with fmvss 108.
Recall Notes:
System: headlamps/fmvss 108. Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks 26,000 lbs. Gvwr and greater.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 9, 1986
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