Recall 04V457000: 2000–2004 Volvo VHD and 1 other model

Report received

Sep 17, 2004

Manufacturer

Volvo trucks north america, inc.

Potentially affected

56,154vehicles

Model years

2000–2004

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain trucks equipped with valeo wiper systems, the wiper motor may be susceptive to salt intrusion that could possibly lead to a condition where the connector overheats to a point where the connector could ignite.

Possible consequence

If this occurs, excessive heat and smoke could result in an under hood fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the connector plate on the windshield wiper motor. Phase 2 of the recall began on november 1, 2004. Owners should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2000 Volvo VHD0 complaints
• 2001 Volvo VHD1 complaints
• 2002 Volvo VHD0 complaints
• 2003 Volvo VHD3 complaints
• 2004 Volvo VHD3 complaints
• 2000 Volvo VN5 complaints
• 2001 Volvo VN1 complaints
• 2002 Volvo VN0 complaints
• 2003 Volvo VN3 complaints
• 2004 Volvo VN1 complaints