Volvo Bus B8r: Risk Of Electrical Short Circuit
Volvo is recalling 631 B8R buses because power cables near the alternator may rub against a urea coolant pipe, potentially causing an electrical short circuit. The fix involves adding a rubber spacer and cable tie to prevent chafing, or replacing the power cable if it's already damaged. This recall affects buses distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- VOLVO BUS
- Product
- Vehicles: VOLVO BUS B8R. Units affected: 631
- Reason
- A potential chafing condition has been identified between the alternator power cables and urea coolant pipe which may result in short circuit. Electrical cables might short circuit. Remedy: Add a rubber spacer with cable tie to secure power cables from chafing on coolant pipe. If the power cable is identified to be damaged the cable will be replaced.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2018-02-09
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/637aab1a-c3f7-4ca5-95cd-8a88a10cebdd