2011–2012 Volvo Vhd, Vnm, Vah and more recall: Visibility/wiper
Recall at a glance
- Campaign number
- 13V349000
- Reported
- August 13, 2013
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Trucks North America
- Part
- Visibility/wiper
- Vehicles affected
- About 17,824
What is wrong
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks manufactured February 1, 2010, through September 30, 2010 and June 1, 2011, through November 30, 2011. The windshield wiper motor may fail.
Safety risk
Inoperable wipers may result in poor driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volvo will notify owners and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor, free of charge. The recallbegan on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1304.
Affected models
Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.
Notes from the notice
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Frequently asked questions
Which vehicles are affected by this recall?
Volvo Vah (2011, 2012); Volvo Vhd (2011, 2012); Volvo Vnl (2011, 2012); Volvo Vnm (2011, 2012). Check your VIN to confirm.
What is the safety risk?
Inoperable wipers may result in poor driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
What is the fix?
Volvo will notify owners and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor, free of charge. The recallbegan on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1304.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.