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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 02V110📅 Apr 15, 2002

2000–2001 Volvo VNL & 2000–2001 Volvo VNM + 1 more recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

Certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems", S5.1.6.3, "antilock power for towed vehicles." electrical power for the trailer anti-lock braking system (ABS) CAN be disrupted when a switch located on the vehicle instrument panel is activated to control lighting within the trailer.

💥 The risk

If this condition occurs, the driver CAN lose of the towed vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will install a wiring harness which will provide continuous electrical power to the trailer ABS whenever the ignition switch is in the on or run position. Owner notification began april 29, 2002. 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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
02V110000
Manufacturer
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC
Vehicles affected
208
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Owner phone
1-800-528-6586
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Apr 29, 2002
Built
Oct 20, 1997 – Nov 1, 2001
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 02V110 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 02V110?

2000–2001 Volvo VNL & 2000–2001 Volvo VNM + 1 more. 208 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Volvo dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-528-6586.