2008 Volvo VNL and Volvo VT recall: diesel
Volvo Trucks North America reported this safety recall on January 24, 2008. It covers about 798 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 798
- reported
- Jan 24, 2008
- owners notified
- Feb 15, 2008
Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks, an incorrect software parameter was loaded which resulted in the diesel particulate filter (dpf) 'inhibit' function being disabled. The 'inhibit' function is a means for the driver to stop a dpf regeneration from occurring if a vehicle is in a location that may present a hazardous situation.
- Risk
- If the driver believes that regeneration has been stopped when it has not, it could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will change the control parameters. The recall began on february 15, 2008. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.
Recall number 08V028000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 08V028000
Is there a recall on the 2008 Volvo VNL and Volvo VT diesel?
Yes. Recall 08V028000, reported on January 24, 2008, covers about 798 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 08V028000?
Dealers will change the control parameters. The recall began on february 15, 2008. Owners may 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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