Volvo Wxll 2002

Model Wxll made in 2002 by Volvo got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, power train and suspension.

Model 2002

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
03V183000VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INCfrom 06/01/2001 to 03/31/2003V (Vehicle)120MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA05/15/200305/21/2003
Defect SummaryOn certain transit buses equipped with cummins westport b gas plus or c gas plus 6 cylinder engines, the electronic control module calibration may not correctly detect a throttle plate actuator failure that could result in an uncommanded open throttle condition.
Consequence SummaryIf this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed which could possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the electronic control module calibration 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 cummins customer assistance center at 1-800-343-7357 or volvo truck at 1-800-528-6586.
NotesAlso, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
03V308000VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INCfrom 12/17/1997 to 06/27/2003V (Vehicle)342610/22/2003MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA08/22/200308/25/2003
Defect SummaryOn certain heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, the body builder wiring option was mis-wired in such a way that the auto neutral with service brake status option may allow the transmission to go into forward gear without the driver's foot pressing down on the brake pedal first.
Consequence SummaryUnintended movement of the vehicle could put persons in danger inside and outside the vehicle.
Corrective SummaryVolvo trucks will notify its customers and install an additional air operated stop light switch and the necessary wiring changes. owner notification is expected to begin during september 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 at 1-800-528-6586.
NotesAlso, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration
SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE
02V317000VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INCfrom 04/02/2002 to 09/25/2002V (Vehicle)21301/14/2003MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA11/25/200211/27/2002
Defect SummaryOn 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 SummaryThis condition could result in loss of axle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers 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.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).