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2001-2003 Volvo WXLL recall: diesel

Volvo Trucks North America Inc reported this safety recall on May 15, 2003. It covers about 120 vehicles.

vehicles affected
120
reported
May 15, 2003

Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel

What is wrong
On 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.
Risk
If this event occurs, the vehicle operator will not have control of the engine speed which could possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers 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.

Recall number 03V183000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 03V183000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2003 Volvo WXLL diesel?

Yes. Recall 03V183000, reported on May 15, 2003, covers about 120 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V183000?

Dealers 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.

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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