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  • 02 Jul 2015VOLVO CAR XC90Ref R/2015/140

    LOSS OF STEERING ASSISTANCE

    Defect

    A hose for the power steering assistance hydraulics could come into contact with the cooling fan. This would cause a noise which an observant driver may be able to hear. If the hose and fan conflict for long enough then it is possible for the hose to leak power steering fluid to the degree that servo assistance could be lost.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and check the hydraulic hose for damage and relace as necessary. The hose will then be secured with a modified bracket.

    Vehicles affected
    2,584
    OEM ref
    R69572
    Build start
    22 Sept 2008
    Build end
    20 Oct 2009
  • 03 Jun 2015VOLVO CAR XC90Ref R/2015/111

    SIPS SYSTEM MAY NOT DEPLOY WHEN REQUIRED

    Defect

    It has been identified that the wiring harness for the Side Impact Protection System airbag (SIPS) on the drivers and passengers front seats may have been routed incorrectly. This could result in the wiring harness becoming damaged which will illuminate the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) light on the instrument panel. If the SRS light is illuminated then additional care should be taken when driving the vehicle as SRS functions may be affected.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to check the routing of the wiring harness and if required reroute it and repair any damage.

    Vehicles affected
    301
    OEM ref
    R89571
    Build start
    27 Jan 2015
    Build end
    19 May 2015
  • 08 May 2015VOLVO TRUCKS FHRef R/2015/092

    ROOF HATCH MAY DETACH

    Defect

    During production the roof hatch could have been attached incorrectly. It is possible for the roof hatch to detach and cause a risk of personal injury and vehicle damage.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary fit a new roof hatch.

    Vehicles affected
    7
    OEM ref
    C3397
  • 22 Apr 2015VOLVO TRUCKS FHRef R/2015/085

    STEERING MAY BECOME LIMITED OR BLOCKED

    Defect

    The front suspension road spring eye mounting bolts may not have been torqued to the correct specification. During operation it is possible that the spring eye mounting bolts could work loose and unwind. This could result in the movement of the axle which could compromise the directional control of the vehicle. However the driver should become aware of the issue by noise or found by the maintenance staff during routine maintenance.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to retorque the mounting bolts.

    Vehicles affected
    416
    OEM ref
    C3388
    Build start
    03 Mar 2014
    Build end
    31 Oct 2014
  • 22 Apr 2015VOLVO TRUCKS FMRef R/2015/088

    CAB MAY FALL BACK OR OVER WHEN TILTING

    Defect

    It has been identified that the lower attachment bolt for the cab tilting ram may have been torqued to too high a torque specification. This can result in the bolt becoming stretched which could cause a breakage of the bolt and the cab may either fall backwards or right forwards whilst it is being tilted.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to replace the lower cab attachment bolt and torque to the correct specification.

    Vehicles affected
    25
    OEM ref
    C3395
    Build start
    11 Aug 2014
    Build end
    10 Apr 2015
  • 22 Apr 2015VOLVO TRUCKS FHRef R/2015/088

    CAB MAY FALL BACK OR OVER WHEN TILTING

    Defect

    It has been identified that the lower attachment bolt for the cab tilting ram may have been torqued to too high a torque specification. This can result in the bolt becoming stretched which could cause a breakage of the bolt and the cab may either fall backwards or right forwards whilst it is being tilted.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles to replace the lower cab attachment bolt and torque to the correct specification.

    Vehicles affected
    25
    OEM ref
    C3395
    Build start
    11 Aug 2014
    Build end
    10 Apr 2015
  • 24 Feb 2015VOLVO BUS B seriesRef R/2015/050

    SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    Wiring and harnesses to alternators starter pre-heater and other ancilliary functions could abrade and cause a short circuit.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to re-route and secure the affected harnesses and cables.

    Vehicles affected
    4
    OEM ref
    C6795
    Build start
    01 Feb 2014
    Build end
    03 Jul 2014
  • 19 Feb 2015VOLVO CAR XC70Ref R/2015/040

    PARKING BRAKE MAY UNINTENTIONALLY RELEASE

    Defect

    Vehicles with manual gearboxes and start/stop functionality have Parking Brake Module (PBM) software that may allow the parking brake to unintentionally release. The unintended release of the parking brake can only occur when the engine is running and the gearstick moved so it will happen when the vehicle is attended.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download upgraded Parking Brake Module (PBM) software.

    Vehicles affected
    2,146
    OEM ref
    T59750
    Build start
    14 Mar 2012
    Build end
    30 Jan 2015
  • 19 Feb 2015VOLVO CAR S80Ref R/2015/040

    PARKING BRAKE MAY UNINTENTIONALLY RELEASE

    Defect

    Vehicles with manual gearboxes and start/stop functionality have Parking Brake Module (PBM) software that may allow the parking brake to unintentionally release. The unintended release of the parking brake can only occur when the engine is running and the gearstick moved so it will happen when the vehicle is attended.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download upgraded Parking Brake Module (PBM) software.

    Vehicles affected
    2,146
    OEM ref
    T59750
    Build start
    04 Apr 2012
    Build end
    28 Jan 2015
  • 19 Feb 2015VOLVO CAR XC60Ref R/2015/040

    PARKING BRAKE MAY UNINTENTIONALLY RELEASE

    Defect

    Vehicles with manual gearboxes and start/stop functionality have Parking Brake Module (PBM) software that may allow the parking brake to unintentionally release. The unintended release of the parking brake can only occur when the engine is running and the gearstick moved so it will happen when the vehicle is attended.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download upgraded Parking Brake Module (PBM) software.

    Vehicles affected
    2,146
    OEM ref
    T59750
    Build start
    12 May 2011
    Build end
    30 Jan 2015
  • 19 Feb 2015VOLVO CAR V70Ref R/2015/040

    PARKING BRAKE MAY UNINTENTIONALLY RELEASE

    Defect

    Vehicles with manual gearboxes and start/stop functionality have Parking Brake Module (PBM) software that may allow the parking brake to unintentionally release. The unintended release of the parking brake can only occur when the engine is running and the gearstick moved so it will happen when the vehicle is attended.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download upgraded Parking Brake Module (PBM) software.

    Vehicles affected
    2,146
    OEM ref
    T59750
    Build start
    24 Feb 2011
    Build end
    02 Feb 2015
  • 19 Feb 2015VOLVO CAR S60Ref R/2015/040

    PARKING BRAKE MAY UNINTENTIONALLY RELEASE

    Defect

    Vehicles with manual gearboxes and start/stop functionality have Parking Brake Module (PBM) software that may allow the parking brake to unintentionally release. The unintended release of the parking brake can only occur when the engine is running and the gearstick moved so it will happen when the vehicle is attended.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download upgraded Parking Brake Module (PBM) software.

    Vehicles affected
    2,146
    OEM ref
    T59750
    Build start
    07 Jun 2011
    Build end
    30 Jan 2015
  • 19 Feb 2015VOLVO CAR V60Ref R/2015/040

    PARKING BRAKE MAY UNINTENTIONALLY RELEASE

    Defect

    Vehicles with manual gearboxes and start/stop functionality have Parking Brake Module (PBM) software that may allow the parking brake to unintentionally release. The unintended release of the parking brake can only occur when the engine is running and the gearstick moved so it will happen when the vehicle is attended.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to download upgraded Parking Brake Module (PBM) software.

    Vehicles affected
    2,146
    OEM ref
    T59750
    Build start
    02 Dec 2010
    Build end
    02 Feb 2015
  • 05 Jan 2015VOLVO TRUCKS FHRef R/2015/006

    BRAKES MAY APPLY WITHOUT WARNING OR LONGER THAN EXPECTED STOPPING DISTANCES COULD OCCUR

    Defect

    The brake hoses for the front spring actuators are of insufficient length and the hoses for the front service brakes could be of insufficient length. In certain circumstances the hoses can detach from the nipple allowing the parking brakes to apply or in the case of service brake hose failure longer than expecting stopping distances could occur.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front spring brake hoses and where necessary front service brake hoses with ones of sufficient length.

    Vehicles affected
    123
    OEM ref
    C3299
    Build start
    26 Nov 2012
    Build end
    30 Nov 2014
  • 05 Jan 2015VOLVO TRUCKS FMRef R/2015/006

    BRAKES MAY APPLY WITHOUT WARNING OR LONGER THAN EXPECTED STOPPING DISTANCES COULD OCCUR

    Defect

    The brake hoses for the front spring actuators are of insufficient length and the hoses for the front service brakes could be of insufficient length. In certain circumstances the hoses can detach from the nipple allowing the parking brakes to apply or in the case of service brake hose failure longer than expecting stopping distances could occur.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front spring brake hoses and where necessary front service brake hoses with ones of sufficient length.

    Vehicles affected
    123
    OEM ref
    C3299
    Build start
    26 Nov 2012
    Build end
    30 Nov 2014
  • 19 Dec 2014VOLVO TRUCKS FHRef R/2014/191

    LOSS OF CONTROL

    Defect

    On affected vehicles nuts securing the draglink(s) may not have been tightened to the correct specification during production. There is a risk that a drag link could detach and steering control would be lost.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check tighness of securing nuts and if necessary tighten to correct specification.

    Vehicles affected
    29
    OEM ref
    C3295
  • 19 Dec 2014VOLVO TRUCKS FMRef R/2014/191

    LOSS OF CONTROL

    Defect

    On affected vehicles nuts securing the draglink(s) may not have been tightened to the correct specification during production. There is a risk that a drag link could detach and steering control would be lost.

    Remedy

    On affected vehicles check tighness of securing nuts and if necessary tighten to correct specification.

    Vehicles affected
    29
    OEM ref
    C3295
  • 15 Oct 2014VOLVO BUS B seriesRef R/2014/147

    ROOF MOUNTED BATTERY HATCH MAY OPEN INADVERTENTLY

    Defect

    The fixings for the roof mounted battery hatch may unwind and allow the hatch to open whilst the vehicle is in motion.

    Remedy

    Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fixings for the safety hook the upper and lower lock mechanism brackets and include washers and thread locking compound.

    Vehicles affected
    20
    OEM ref
    C6984
    Build start
    09 May 2014
    Build end
    01 Jul 2014
  • 14 Jul 2014VOLVO TRUCKS FLRef R/2014/077

    TURBO PRESSURE HOSE MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to an issue with the crimping process during production the turbo pressure hose may leak. In extreme circumstances it its possible that an oil leak could occur which could result in a risk of a fire if the oil comes into contact with a hot surface.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the turbo pressure hose.

    Vehicles affected
    2
    OEM ref
    C3231
  • 14 Jul 2014VOLVO TRUCKS FERef R/2014/077

    TURBO PRESSURE HOSE MAY LEAK

    Defect

    It has been identified that due to an issue with the crimping process during production the turbo pressure hose may leak. In extreme circumstances it its possible that an oil leak could occur which could result in a risk of a fire if the oil comes into contact with a hot surface.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and replace the turbo pressure hose.

    Vehicles affected
    2
    OEM ref
    C3231
  • 04 Jul 2014VOLVO BUS B seriesRef R/2014/140

    FIRE MAY OCCUR

    Defect

    It has been identified that the wrong fuse may have been installed during production. This could cause an overload of the tachograph system wiring and ultimately a vehicle fire.

    Remedy

    Recall all the affected vehicles and replace the fuse with a lower rated item.

    Vehicles affected
    1,020
    OEM ref
    C6347
    Build start
    01 Aug 2010
    Build end
    04 Oct 2013
  • 03 Apr 2014VOLVO TRUCKS FMRef R/2014/087

    PARKING BRAKE MAY INADVERTENTLY APPLY

    Defect

    Affected vehicles maty be assembled with T nipples in the air tubes which are not to specification. Air tubes may become insecure amd may cause the parking brake to inadvertently apply.

    Remedy

    Identify defective T nipples and replace.

    Vehicles affected
    30
    OEM ref
    C3163
    Build start
    24 Feb 2014
    Build end
    12 Mar 2014
  • 03 Apr 2014VOLVO TRUCKS FHRef R/2014/087

    PARKING BRAKE MAY INADVERTENTLY APPLY

    Defect

    Affected vehicles maty be assembled with T nipples in the air tubes which are not to specification. Air tubes may become insecure amd may cause the parking brake to inadvertently apply.

    Remedy

    Identify defective T nipples and replace.

    Vehicles affected
    30
    OEM ref
    C3163
    Build start
    24 Feb 2014
    Build end
    12 Mar 2014
  • 25 Mar 2014VOLVO CAR V40Ref R/2014/034

    CEM SOFTWARE MAY MALFUNCTION

    Defect

    A software issue within the Central Electronic Module (CEM) may cause the left hand (nearside) rear light to stop functioning. This will result in the illumination of a warning light on the instrument panel.

    Remedy

    Recall all effected vehicles to install new upgraded software into the CEM.

    Vehicles affected
    1,492
    OEM ref
    R29470
    Build start
    25 Nov 2013
    Build end
    10 Mar 2014
  • 23 Dec 2013VOLVO CAR V50Ref R/2013/156

    EXHAUST SLEEVE MAY DETACH

    Defect

    It has been established that the securing process for the exhaust tail pipe sleeve may not be to specification and result in the tail pipe sleeve detaching. This could cause an issue for other road users.

    Remedy

    Recall all affected vehicles and secure the exhaust tail pipe sleeve.

    Vehicles affected
    3,311
    OEM ref
    R29419
    Build start
    18 May 2010
    Build end
    07 May 2012

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