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2003 Volvo VHD recalls

The 2003 Volvo VHD has 11 safety recalls. Here is what each one means, the risk, and the free fix.

Seat belt (2)Windows, wipers & mirrors (2)Engine (2)Electrical system (1)Wheels (1)Seats (1)Steering (1)Trailer hitch (1)
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2002–2013 Volvo VHD & 2002–2013 Volvo VN

Seat belt recall · 12V510
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 VHD and VN trucks, manufactured from August 4, 2000, through June 22, 2012, and equipped with bench passenger seats.
📅 Oct 22, 2012· 1,496 vehicles

2001–2008 Volvo VHD & 2001–2008 Volvo VNL + 2 more

Windows, wipers & mirrors recall · 09V173
Volvo trucks is recalling 127,764 my 2001-2008 VHD, VNL, VNM, and my 2005-2008 VT trucks.
📅 May 21, 2009· 127,764 vehicles

2003–2008 Volvo VHD & 2003–2008 Volvo VNL + 2 more

Electrical system recall · 07V573
On certain heavy duty trucks, the circuit protection (I.e.
📅 Dec 14, 2007· 104,845 vehicles

2002–2006 Volvo VHD

Wheels recall · 06V213
On certain trucks, the wheel spacer may become distorted from heat which potentially could lead to a loss of clamp that may result in loose wheel nuts.
📅 Jun 14, 2006· 873 vehicles

2003–2006 Volvo VHD & 2003–2006 Volvo VNL + 1 more

Engine recall · 06V021
On certain trucks equipped with D12D engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break.
📅 Jan 26, 2006· 33,102 vehicles

2000–2004 Volvo VHD & 2000–2004 Volvo VN

Windows, wipers & mirrors recall · 04V457
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…
📅 Sep 22, 2004· 56,154 vehicles

2003 Volvo VHD

Seats recall · 04V404
Certain trucks fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.
📅 Aug 19, 2004· 126 vehicles

2003 Volvo VHD

Steering recall · 04V078
On certain heavy-duty class 8 trucks, the pinch bolt attaching the steering drag link to the pitman arm may not have been sufficiently tightened.
📅 Mar 2, 2004· 92 vehicles

2002–2003 Volvo VHD & 2002–2003 Volvo VN

Engine recall · 04V077
On certain heavy-duty class 8 trucks, the assembled engine pre-heater jumper wiring harness was incorrectly assembled.
📅 Mar 2, 2004· 2,112 vehicles

2001–2003 Volvo VHD & 2001–2003 Volvo VNL + 1 more

Trailer hitch recall · 03V204
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37U series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack CAN develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.
📅 Jun 6, 2003· 1,275 vehicles

2000–2003 Volvo VHD

Seat belt recall · 03V108
Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with an optional two-man passenger bench seat fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.
📅 Mar 21, 2003· 396 vehicles

Other Volvo VHD years

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FAQ

Does the 2003 Volvo VHD have any recalls?

Yes. The 2003 Volvo VHD has 11 open or past safety recalls in NHTSA data: 12V510 (seat belt); 09V173 (windows, wipers & mirrors); 07V573 (electrical system); 06V213 (wheels); 06V021 (engine); 04V457 (windows, wipers & mirrors); 04V404 (seats); 04V078 (steering). A recall only applies to your car if its VIN is included.

Are 2003 Volvo VHD recall repairs 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.)

How do I check my 2003 Volvo VHD for recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN (on the driver-side dashboard or door jamb) on our VIN check page or at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Volvo dealer.