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2002-2003 Volvo VNL recall: recreational vehicle/trailer

Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 10, 2003. It covers about 6,939 vehicles.

vehicles affected
6,939
reported
Dec 10, 2003
owners notified
Dec 24, 2003

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer

What is wrong
On certain heavy-duty trucks, when the bunk is raised into the stored position, an object left on the bunk may inadvertently turn on a bunk lamp.
Risk
This could possibly result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a bunk lamp with a push button on/off switch. Owner notification began on december 24, 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 truck at 1‑800‑528‑6586.

Recall number 03V516000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 03V516000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2003 Volvo VNL recreational vehicle/trailer?

Yes. Recall 03V516000, reported on December 10, 2003, covers about 6,939 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V516000?

Dealers will install a bunk lamp with a push button on/off switch. Owner notification began on december 24, 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 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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