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NHTSARecalled Oct 17, 2013 · #13V497000

Heat from Exhaust Diffuser may result in Fire

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volvo VAH vehicles modified with upward facing exhaust diffusers for use as auto-haulers. In the affected vehicles, heat from the exhaust may transfer to the roof of the truck cab and/or the vehicles above the cab. Excessive heat could result in a fire.

Product details

Product
  • Heat from Exhaust Diffuser may result in Fire
  • 2011-2013 Volvo VAH
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Fontaine Modification
Model numbers
2013 Volvo
UPCs

What you should do

Fontaine will notify owners and dealers will replace the diffuser with one of a different shape and design, free of charge. Owners may contact Fontaine at 1-800-366-8246.

View the official CPSC notice