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2014 VOLVO VNM Recall - Campaign #13V102000

 
Auto Recalls For Consumers

2014 VOLVO VNM RECALL - #13V102000

RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : 12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks, manufactured from April 18, 2011, through March 14, 2013, and equipped with a horizontally mounted remote battery disconnect switch. The remote battery disconnect switch was manufactured with incorrect hardware allowing the cables to loosen. Additionally, as mounted, the cables may vibrate and chafe.

Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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Vehicle 2014 VOLVO VNM
Manufacturer Volvo Trucks North America
Manufactured between 4/18/2011 - 3/14/2013
Recalled on 3/21/2013
Influenced by Volvo Trucks North America
Owners Notified on 5/7/2013
# Affected 5,207
Recalled for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Description Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks, manufactured from April 18, 2011, through March 14, 2013, and equipped with a horizontally mounted remote battery disconnect switch. The remote battery disconnect switch was manufactured with incorrect hardware allowing the cables to loosen. Additionally, as mounted, the cables may vibrate and chafe.
Consequences Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and switch which may result in a fire.
Corrective action Volvo will send owners an interim letter and dealers will replace and relocate the remote battery disconnect switch. The recall began on May 7, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo's recall support line at 1-877-800-4945 and select option 1.
Notes Volvo's recall campaign number is RVXX1301.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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