NHTSARecalled Mar 21, 2013 · #13V102000
Remote Battery Disconnect Switch/Cable Overheating
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
Be the first to hear about future recalls.
Add the things you own to a watchlist. We’ll alert you the moment one matches.
Get started, freeDescription
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks, manufactured from April 18, 2011, through March 14, 2013, and equipped with a horizontally mounted remote battery disconnect switch. The remote battery disconnect switch was manufactured with incorrect hardware allowing the cables to loosen. Additionally, as mounted, the cables may vibrate and chafe. Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and switch which may result in a fire.
Product details
- Product
- Remote Battery Disconnect Switch/Cable Overheating
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Trucks North America
- Model numbers
- 2014 VHD
- UPCs
- —
What you should do
Volvo will send owners an interim letter and dealers will replace and relocate the remote battery disconnect switch. The recall began on May 7, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo's recall support line at 1-877-800-4945 and select option 1.