Volvo Bus B5lh(3): The Engine Pre-heater Relay May Overheat And Fail

Recall Summary Volvo is recalling 40 Volvo Bus B5LH(3) vehicles because the engine pre-heater relay may overheat and fail due to an electrical short circuit on its circuit board. The manufacturer will modify the relay harness by adding an extension cable with a fuse and replace the pre-heater relay if needed. This recall affects buses distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
VOLVO BUS
Product
Vehicles: VOLVO BUS B5LH(3). Units affected: 40
Reason
The engine pre-heater relay may overheat and fail due to short circuit between the 24V and ground on the printed circuit board (PCB). Remedy: Modify pre-heater relay harness by connection of extension cable with fuse. Replace pre-heater relay as required.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2021-04-14
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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