2000–2004 Volvo VHD & 2000–2004 Volvo VN recall: windows, wipers & mirrors
⚠️ What's wrong
On certain trucks equipped with valeo wiper systems, the wiper motor may be susceptive to salt intrusion that could possibly lead to a condition where the connector overheats to a point where the connector could ignite.
💥 The risk
If this occurs, excessive heat and smoke could result in an under hood fire.
🔧 The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the connector plate on the windshield wiper motor. Phase 2 of the recall began on november 1, 2004. Owners 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
- 04V457000
- Manufacturer recall #
- RVXX0406
- Manufacturer
- VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Vehicles affected
- 56,154
- Component
- VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
- Owner phone
- 1-800-528-6586
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- Nov 1, 2004
- Built
- Jul 1, 2000 – Jun 11, 2004
- Recall started by
- MFR
- Notes
- Volvo trucks recall no.RVXX0406.customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).