Volvo Vhd 2002
Model Vhd made in 2002 by Volvo got 3 investigations there are 9 recalls as well as 16 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. The car had one investigation (exterior lighting). There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, seat belts and steering.
Model 2002
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V077000 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | from 11/14/2002 to 10/06/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 2112 | 03/08/2004 | MFR | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 02/13/2004 | 03/02/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain heavy-duty class 8 trucks, the assembled engine pre-heater jumper wiring harness was incorrectly assembled. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The engine pre-heater could overheat resulting in damage to the pre-heater and other engine heat sensitive components near the pre-heater and the ability to re-start the engine could be compromised, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will repair the affected circuits in the jumper wiring harness connector. owner notification is expected to begin during march 2004. 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volvo truck recall no. rvxx0402.customer's can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 12V510000 | Volvo Trucks North America | from 08/04/2000 to 06/22/2012 | V (Vehicle) | 1496 | MFR | Volvo Trucks North America | 10/18/2012 | 10/22/2012 | 210 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. the seat belt d-ring weld may not be sufficient enough to meet the seat belt pull test. therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, seat belt assembly anchorages. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt weld may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant. this increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Volvo trucks of america will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspected d-ring, free of change. the safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, december 17, 2012. owners may contact volvo at 1-336-393-2000. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volvo's recall campaign number is rvxx1204.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. | |||||||||||||||
| SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V108000 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC | from 12/15/2000 to 02/03/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 396 | 04/07/2003 | MFR | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 03/20/2003 | 03/21/2003 | 571 | 210 S4.2.2 | |||||
| Defect Summary | 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. 210, | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | These trucks do not comply with the requirements. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the seat belt d-ring mounting bracket. owner notification began on april 7, 2003. 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volvo truck recall no. rvxx0303.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | ||||||||||||||||
| 02V156000 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC | from 04/13/2000 to 05/06/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 2313 | 06/25/2002 | MFR | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 06/13/2002 | 06/13/2002 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain heavy duty class 8 axle back vehicles, the telescoping steering shaft in some driving situations could bottom out and side load the steering gear input shaft whenever the adjustable steering column is adjusted to the lower position. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Over time, this condition could damage the steering gear input shaft resulting in loss of vehicle control and a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will install a re-designed steering shaft, which will not bottom out during vehicle operation regardless of where the adjustable steering column is positioned. owner notification began june 25, 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE | ||||||||||||||||
| 02V317000 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC | from 04/02/2002 to 09/25/2002 | V (Vehicle) | 213 | 01/14/2003 | MFR | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 11/25/2002 | 11/27/2002 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks with volvo b-ride rear suspension, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle seat could break allowing the affected axle to shift out of alignment. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This condition could result in loss of axle stability, increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the upper axle seat on both rear drive axles. owner notification began january 14, 2003. 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| TRAILER HITCHES - FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V204000 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC | from 01/02/2001 to 04/11/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 1275 | MFR | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 05/30/2003 | 06/06/2003 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. 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 jost international at 616-846-7700 or by email to recall@jostinternational.com or volvo truck at 800-528-6586. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236). | |||||||||||||||
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V457000 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | from 07/01/2000 to 06/11/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 56154 | 11/01/2004 | MFR | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 09/17/2004 | 09/22/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If this occurs, excessive heat and smoke could result in an under hood fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| 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). | |||||||||||||||
| 09V173000 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | V (Vehicle) | 127764 | 09/30/2009 | MFR | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 05/21/2009 | 05/21/2009 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If this happens a short circuit may occur, which over time could possibly lead to a vehicle fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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 is expected to begin on or before september 15, 2009. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volvo trucks recall no. rvxx0902.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| WHEELS | ||||||||||||||||
| 06V213000 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC. | from 12/01/2001 to 06/30/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 873 | 06/26/2006 | ODI | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 06/14/2006 | 06/14/2006 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the wheel nuts loosen for any reason, damage to the wheel studs and wheel may occur, and may lead to a complete separation of the wheels from the truck which could result in a vehicle crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the wheel spacers and the wheel equipment (wheels,studs, and hub) will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary free of charge. the recall began on june 26, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Volvo trucks recall no. rvxx0603.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| SB-373-012 | 01/01/2011 | 10040053 | Volvo trucks: some engines leak oil through the grommet. information on the wiring harness, unit injector replacement. *rm | 08/15/2011 | |
| SB-373-012 | 01/01/2011 | 10040053 | Ready | 08/15/2011 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||||
| SB-261-017 | 06/01/2009 | 10030389 | Volvo truck: on some vehicles, coolant overflow out of the overflow tube occurs during the diesel particulate filter regeneration cycle. excessive coolant flow from the radiator top tank and thermostat vent lines prevents flow into the de-a | 09/28/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| FSB-255-023 | 04/01/2012 | 10044246 | Volvo trucks: connector pin, replacement. severe fretting damage of the engine variable geometry turbocharger actuator (engine vgt actuator) harness and turbine shaft speed sensor (tss) connector may cause an unreliable signal to the engin | 05/24/2012 | |
| FSB-212-002 | 04/01/2012 | 10044249 | Volvo trucks: oil seepage at flywheel housing. this problem has already been solved in production, but the production solution is not compatible with previous generation flywheel housings. *js | 05/24/2012 | |
| SP-215-014 | 07/01/2009 | 10027064 | Volvo trucks: engine update campaign for certain d13f engines (vn-2, vhd-2) consists of inspecting the camshaft and replacing the intake rocker arms, exhaust rocker arms, injector rocker arms, injector hold downs, and the injector sealing w | 01/07/2009 | |
| 50 | 11/01/2003 | 10006254 | Enhanced idle shutdown retrofit. volvo vn, vhd version 2 from build date 11.2002. *mr | 04/27/2004 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | |||||
| SB-261-017 | 06/01/2009 | 10030389 | Volvo truck: on some vehicles, coolant overflow out of the overflow tube occurs during the diesel particulate filter regeneration cycle. excessive coolant flow from the radiator top tank and thermostat vent lines prevents flow into the de-a | 09/28/2009 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - AIR CONDITIONER | |||||
| FSB-873-014 | 02/01/2009 | 10028709 | Volvo truck: reports prompted the release of a replacement connector for the cab hvac motor resistor. replacement connector is supplied as kit part, which contains the connector body and the necessary terminals. model years unknown. | 05/18/2009 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | |||||
| SB-261-017 | 06/01/2009 | 10030389 | Volvo truck: on some vehicles, coolant overflow out of the overflow tube occurs during the diesel particulate filter regeneration cycle. excessive coolant flow from the radiator top tank and thermostat vent lines prevents flow into the de-a | 09/28/2009 | |
| INTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| FSB-357-002 | 04/01/2012 | 10044250 | Volvo: light control module (lcm), reprogramming. on some volvo units equipped with clear led clearance lights in the sun visor, the may exhibit an active fault code mid 216 psid 49 fmi 5. this fault indicates a trailer marker open issue wh | 05/24/2012 | |
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||||
| SB-364-025 | 06/01/2009 | 10030388 | Volvo truck; clutch switch clip; it has been found that vn, vhd and vt vehicles use a spring clip to retain the clutch switch, may have an issue with the clutch switch moving or detaching from it's mount. *pe | 09/28/2009 | |
| STRUCTURE | |||||
| SB-824-002 | 11/01/2009 | 10032747 | Volvo truck: to reduce the potential for cab water intrusion, a cab cowl seal has been released by engineering. the seal part number 8083305 is positioned above the top edge of the cowl panel to divert water flow onto the cowl panel rathe | 05/07/2010 | |
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||||
| SB-824-002 | 11/01/2009 | 10032747 | Volvo truck: to reduce the potential for cab water intrusion, a cab cowl seal has been released by engineering. the seal part number 8083305 is positioned above the top edge of the cowl panel to divert water flow onto the cowl panel rathe | 05/07/2010 | |
| TRAILER HITCHES - FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 92209 | 04/01/2003 | 922 | 10002205 | Fifth wheel service procedures. *tt | 08/15/2003 |
| VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER | |||||
| 36303 | 11/01/2003 | 36303 | 10005624 | Windshield wiper system. *tt | 03/08/2004 |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
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| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | ||||||
| PE06054 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 11/16/2006 | 02/07/2007 | INOPERABLE TAIL LIGHTS | ||
| Odi opened this investigation based on a technical service bulletin and ewr data. ewr warranty data is aggregate data and individual reports are not submitted.volvo reviewed their warranty data and determined that only 63 of the ewr warranty claims related to the subject vehicles displayed symptoms consistent with the tsb.volvo also noted in their ir response that the tail light configuration is used almost exclusively on tractors that are normally attached to semi trailers.therefore, the tractor lights are normally not the rear most lights on the vehicle.in a normal application, even if one tail light on the tractor was out, the tail light on the trailer would continue to illuminate and provide other drivers of the intentions of the semi trailer driver.pursuant to 49 cfr 396.11 & 13, a commercial vehicle operator is required to perform a pre-trip and post-trip inspection, which includes checking the functionality of the tail lights.given the above information, odi has not identified a safety-related defect trend at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances. | ||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | ||||||
| PE06054 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 11/16/2006 | 02/07/2007 | INOPERABLE TAIL LIGHTS | ||
| Odi opened this investigation based on a technical service bulletin and ewr data. ewr warranty data is aggregate data and individual reports are not submitted.volvo reviewed their warranty data and determined that only 63 of the ewr warranty claims related to the subject vehicles displayed symptoms consistent with the tsb.volvo also noted in their ir response that the tail light configuration is used almost exclusively on tractors that are normally attached to semi trailers.therefore, the tractor lights are normally not the rear most lights on the vehicle.in a normal application, even if one tail light on the tractor was out, the tail light on the trailer would continue to illuminate and provide other drivers of the intentions of the semi trailer driver.pursuant to 49 cfr 396.11 & 13, a commercial vehicle operator is required to perform a pre-trip and post-trip inspection, which includes checking the functionality of the tail lights.given the above information, odi has not identified a safety-related defect trend at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances. | ||||||
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL | ||||||
| PE06054 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 11/16/2006 | 02/07/2007 | INOPERABLE TAIL LIGHTS | ||
| Odi opened this investigation based on a technical service bulletin and ewr data. ewr warranty data is aggregate data and individual reports are not submitted.volvo reviewed their warranty data and determined that only 63 of the ewr warranty claims related to the subject vehicles displayed symptoms consistent with the tsb.volvo also noted in their ir response that the tail light configuration is used almost exclusively on tractors that are normally attached to semi trailers.therefore, the tractor lights are normally not the rear most lights on the vehicle.in a normal application, even if one tail light on the tractor was out, the tail light on the trailer would continue to illuminate and provide other drivers of the intentions of the semi trailer driver.pursuant to 49 cfr 396.11 & 13, a commercial vehicle operator is required to perform a pre-trip and post-trip inspection, which includes checking the functionality of the tail lights.given the above information, odi has not identified a safety-related defect trend at this time and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances. | ||||||