1997 Volvo VN recall: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Volvo Trucks North America Inc reported this safety recall on August 18, 1997. It covers about 278 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 278
- reported
- Aug 18, 1997
- owners notified
- Sep 25, 1997
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucks. A wire that connects the engine control module (ecu) to the automatic braking control system (ABS) controller is missing. The engine brake can lock up the rear axle wheels on a slick pavement, and the ABS would not prevent the lock up.
- Risk
- If the wheels locked up, the potential for a vehicle crash could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install the missing wiring circuit on the ABS brakes.
Recall number 97V127000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 97V127000
Is there a recall on the 1997 Volvo VN antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip?
Yes. Recall 97V127000, reported on August 18, 1997, covers about 278 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 97V127000?
Dealers will install the missing wiring circuit on the ABS brakes.
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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