NHTSA recall 04V077000
Engine and engine cooling
Volvo Vhd and 1 more
Reported Feb 13, 20042,112 vehicles affectedVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC.Maker’s number RVXX0402Built Nov 14, 2002 – Oct 6, 2003
The defect
On certain heavy-duty class 8 trucks, the assembled engine pre-heater jumper wiring harness was incorrectly assembled.
The risk
The engine pre-heater could overheat resulting in damage to the pre-heater and other engine heat sensitive components near the pre-heater and the ability to re-start the engine could be compromised, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will repair the affected circuits in the jumper wiring harness connector. owner notification IS expected to begin during march 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.