Volvo Bus B11r: Alternator May Overheat
Volvo Bus B11R Recall Summary Volvo is recalling 623 B11R buses because temperature sensors on the alternator were installed in the wrong position during manufacturing. This incorrect placement prevents drivers from receiving early warning if the alternator overheats. Affected vehicles will be inspected and the sensors will be repositioned if needed, along with checks of the alternator bearings.
- Recalling firm
- VOLVO BUS
- Product
- Vehicles: VOLVO BUS B11R. Units affected: 623
- Reason
- It has been identified that during production the temperature sensors for the alternator have been installed/located in the wrong position. This can result in the driver not receiving an early warning of the alternator overheating. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicles to inspect the location of all the temperature sensors for the alternator and if found incorrectly positioned reposition them as per the technical service instruction including checking of the alienator bearings/friction.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2017-02-20
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/9070f312-3c69-4c15-8d25-bbd3f1cd64dc