Volvo Vn 2001

• Recall 56138 [USA]: If this occurs, excessive heat and smoke could result in an under hood fire.
  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.
  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.
  volvo trucks recall no.Rvxx0406.Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?S auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 2459 [USA]: This could result in a loss of axle stability increasing the risk of a crash.
  On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle seat can break allowing the axle to shift out of alignment.
  dealers will inspect the upper axle seat for a certain date code that is stamped on the part, and those axles will be replaced. Owner notification began march 15, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
  also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 2004345 [Canada]: Other
  On certain vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may be susceptible to salt spray intrusion which could cause the wiper motor connector to overheat and ignite. A vehicle fire could result in property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: dealers will replace the connector plate on the windshield wiper motor.

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• Recall 2002043 [Canada]: Brakes
  Certain heavy-duty trucks equipped with meritor waco pneumatic antilock brake system (abs) valve packages. The assembly bolts on these valve packages were not tightened correctly. Bolts torque below specification will not reliably prevent air leakage at the affected abs valve package interface joints once the component begins normal vehicle operation. If air leaks develop at any of the (abs) valve package interface joints, brake system pressure reductions could occur during braking or normal operation with units equipped with the traction control option, potentially extending stopping distances, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash. Correction: dealers will tighten the fasteners to the proper specification.

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• Recall 2002062 [Canada]: Suspension
  On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle seat can break allowing the axle to shift out of alignment. This could result in a loss of axle stability increasing the risk of a crash. Correction: dealers will replace the upper axle seats.

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• Recall 2002147 [Canada]: Suspension
  Certain vehicles affected may contain tie rod assemblies, model 20-edl, manufactured by trw. These tie rods may display premature wear that could eventually lead to the ball stud seperating from the socket assembly causing a possible loss of steering control. Correction: dealer will replace the tie rod assemblies.

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• Recall 2001261 [Canada]: Steering
  The steer axle tie rod ball-socket assembly ball stud may separate from the socket due to premature wear. If this event occurs, there will be no steering control to the right steer axle with the potential for a vehicle crash. Correction: suspect tie rod ball-socket assemblies will be inspected and replaced as required by dealers.

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To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

• Hood strut failure investigation # PE05058

  Volvo reported four field reports and 62 warranty claims related to hood strut failure on the subject truck/tractors. The hood struts are a single acting oil shock that controls the rate of the opening of the hood. There are two struts attached to the hood assembly, one on each side. Odis concern was that a failed hood strut would allow the hood to drop on one side, possibly injuring someone working on the engine. In examining the life cycle of hood struts in both truck and passenger car applications, odi found thatall hood struts require periodic replacement due to normal ¿wear-out.¿during the investigation, odi discovered that when the struts were replaced, the problem started to occur on the subject trucks.The failures resulted from the improper installation of the hood strut.This finding was substantiated by fleets contacted from information supplied by volvo, as well as visits to local dealers. During thisinvestigation, odi performed the following actions:a.Reviewed warranty/engineering data provided by volvo;b.Contacted the two initial complainants to gather moreinformation;c.Conducted field trips to area dealers to inspect subjectvehicles;d.Contacted two fleets from outside the washington d.C. Area to discuss their experience with these hood struts;ande.Reviewed the appropriate service manuals.Based on the data provided by volvo and the information gathered by odi, it is apparent that some dealers and owners may have beeninstallingreplacement struts incorrectly.Depending on which model truck is being worked on, there are two distinct ways to mount the replacement strut to the frame rails.Fleets contacted during this investigation reported no further issues with the struts once proper installation instructions were provided to them from volvo. Odi has discussed the matter with volvo and they have decided to revise the service manuals for these trucks to include pictures of both hood strut mounting arrangements in every service manual, regardless of truck model.Therefore,if someone was using the incorrect manual, they would still be able to viewall the possible strut mountingarrangements, regardless of model.This investigation is closed, as a safety related defect with the hood struts has not been identified at this time. Further use of the agency¿s resources are not currently warranted. The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.The agency reserves the right to take further action on the vehicles if warranted by new circumstances.Odi will continue to monitor field reports and take appropriate action if indicated.
  

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Hood struts on volvo semi tractors are of inferior design. The struts control hood opening and act as a stop to keep the hood from falling all the way forward. The ends of the struts break off. This particular truck had one broken strut. When i opened the hood the other strut broke. The hood opened all the way forward crashing on top of me trapping me under the hood. This caused injuries to my neck and back. Our fleet mechanics replaced both struts and are implementing an inspection program to inspect struts on other trucks. There are steady failures of the struts on our fleet trucks. There is an updated design. There should be a safety cable or a hood opening restricted designed into the hinge. *jb

Common OBD-II Error Codes

• U0121 [1] Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module
• P0420 [1] Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
• P1055 [1] P1055
• P2524 [1] A/C Request "B" Circuit High