NHTSA recall 09V173000
Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Volvo Vhd and 3 more
Reported May 21, 2009127,764 vehicles affectedVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICAMaker’s number RVXX0902
The defect
Volvo trucks IS recalling 127,764 my 2001-2008 vhd, vnl, vnm, and my 2005-2008 vt trucks. a seal may fail allowing water and contaminants to seep into the windshield wiper motor.
The risk
If this happens a short circuit may occur, which over time could possibly lead to a vehicle fire.
The remedy
Volvo will replace the wiper motor free of charge. since this recall involves a large number of vehicles, volvo will release the recall in stages as parts are received. priority will be given to the vehicles located in the regions/states that have a corrosive environment. the recall began on september 30, 2009. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.