Volvo Bus B8r: Short Circuit May Occur
Recall Summary Volvo is recalling 366 B8R buses due to a potential chafing condition between alternator power cables and a P-clamp that could cause a short circuit. If the cables become damaged, warning lights may flicker on the dashboard, and there is a risk of fire if the issue is not addressed. The remedy involves replacing the P-clamp with a more robust version with additional rubber protection, and replacing cables if serious damage is found.
- Recalling firm
- VOLVO BUS
- Product
- Vehicles: VOLVO BUS B8R. Units affected: 366
- Reason
- A potential chafing condition has been identified between the alternator power cables and P-clamp. If chaffing occurs it may result in a short circuit. This could lead to initially some flickering of certain Malfunction Indicator Lamps on the instrument display. If the concern is not corrected it is possible for a fire to occur. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the current P-clamp with a more robust clamp and secured with additional rubber protection in two locations. If serious cable chafing is identified (insulation worn through) the cable should be...
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2016-10-04
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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