1997-2001 Volvo VNL, Volvo VNM and others recall: antilock

Volvo Trucks North America Inc reported this safety recall on April 11, 2002. It covers about 208 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 208
reported: Apr 11, 2002
owners notified: Apr 29, 2002
related complaints: 5

Service brakes, air: antilock

What is 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.
Risk: If this condition occurs, the driver can lose of the towed vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 02V110000

Affected vehicles

Volvo VNL 1997-2001 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001
Volvo VNM 1997-2001 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001
Volvo Truck 1997-2001 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about brakes problems.

1998 Volvo VNL 1999 Volvo VNL 2000 Volvo VNL 2001 Volvo VNL 1998 Volvo VNM 1999 Volvo VNM 2000 Volvo VNM 2001 Volvo VNM 1998 Volvo Truck 1999 Volvo Truck 2000 Volvo Truck 2001 Volvo Truck

Questions about recall 02V110000

Is there a recall on the 1997-2001 Volvo VNL, Volvo VNM and others antilock?

Yes. Recall 02V110000, reported on April 11, 2002, covers about 208 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V110000?

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 recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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