Volvo Trucks Fm: Gearbox Shield May Overheat
Volvo Trucks Recall Summary Volvo Trucks is recalling 44 FM and FH model vehicles because the gearbox noise shield may contact the hot exhaust pipe and overheat, potentially causing smoke and glowing under certain driving conditions. The manufacturer will replace the gearbox noise shield on affected vehicles. This recall affects trucks distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- VOLVO TRUCKS
- Product
- Vehicles: VOLVO TRUCKS FM, VOLVO TRUCKS FH. Units affected: 44
- Reason
- It is possible for the gearbox noise shield to come in contact with a high temperature heat source such as the exhaust pipe. This could under special driving conditions lead to smoke and glow from the gearbox noise shield. There will be no fire. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the gearbox noise shield.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2008-10-28
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/4b49ac6a-0688-4607-a636-e38951673fb2