Volvo Bus B5lh: Starter Motor Heatshield May Break Off And Cause An Electrical Short Circuit
Volvo Bus B5LH Recall Summary Volvo is recalling 1,229 B5LH buses because the heat shield brackets on the starter motor may fail, causing the shield to fall and damage the electrical B+ cable, which could potentially lead to a fire. The company will replace the starter motor heat shield and inspect and replace the exhaust pipe gasket if needed. This recall affects buses distributed in the United Kingdom.
- Recalling firm
- VOLVO BUS
- Product
- Vehicles: VOLVO BUS B5LH. Units affected: 1,229
- Reason
- The brackets retaining the heat shield of the starter motor may fail and allow the heat shield to fall on and chafe through the B+ cable. If left there is a theoretical risk of fire. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the starter motor heat shield. Additionally the exhaust pipe will be inspected for signs of cracks on flange facing turbo outlet and the gasket will be replaced.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2017-11-27
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/9ae8ba2c-f377-407b-a284-95370ab81465