2016-2019 Volvo VNL recall: diesel
Volvo Trucks North America reported this safety recall on September 25, 2018. It covers about 3,705 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 3,705
- reported
- Sep 25, 2018
- owners notified
- Nov 21, 2018
- related complaints
- 2
Engine and engine cooling: engine: diesel
- What is wrong
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Volvo VNL trucks equipped with Cummins ISX15 diesel engines. In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.
- Risk
- If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists. The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single screen filter banjo bolt will be replaced with a dual screen filter banjo bolt, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1‑800‑528‑6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1802.
Recall number 18V668000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about engine problems.
Questions about recall 18V668000
Is there a recall on the 2016-2019 Volvo VNL diesel?
Yes. Recall 18V668000, reported on September 25, 2018, covers about 3,705 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 18V668000?
Cummins will notify owners, and dealers will replace the single screen filter banjo bolt will be replaced with a dual screen filter banjo bolt, free of charge. The recall began November 21, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1‑800‑528‑6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1802.
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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