2000-2004 Volvo VHD and Volvo VN recall: motor

Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 17, 2004. It covers about 56,154 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 56,154
reported: Sep 17, 2004
owners notified: Nov 1, 2004
related complaints: 1

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor

What is wrong: 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.
Risk: If this occurs, excessive heat and smoke could result in an under hood fire.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 04V457000

Affected vehicles

Volvo VHD 2000-2004 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004
Volvo VN 2000-2004 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about visibility problems.

2001 Volvo VHD 2002 Volvo VHD 2003 Volvo VHD 2004 Volvo VHD 2001 Volvo VN 2002 Volvo VN 2003 Volvo VN 2004 Volvo VN

Questions about recall 04V457000

Is there a recall on the 2000-2004 Volvo VHD and Volvo VN motor?

Yes. Recall 04V457000, reported on September 17, 2004, covers about 56,154 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V457000?

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.

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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