Volvo Bus B11: Risk Of Fire

Volvo Bus is recalling 159 B11 buses in the United Kingdom due to a potential oil leak from the high-pressure hose connecting the fan pump to the fan drive motor. If oil leaks, it could spray onto hot engine parts and start a fire. The fix involves installing a rubber protection hose.

Recalling firm
VOLVO BUS
Product
Vehicles: VOLVO BUS B11. Units affected: 159
Reason
Potential leakage from base of the test point on the high-pressure hose connecting fan pump to fan drive motor on two chassis types. If leakage occurs oil could spray on hot engine components and cause a fire. Remedy: Fitting of a rubber protection hose.
Classification
Class I
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
2012-09-26
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/f6f0d606-223b-4522-8361-5db0f4cb18d7