Recall 01V-169
VOLVO CARS OF NA, INC. recalled the 2001 Volvo S40 and 1 other model: Equipment (appliance, air conditioner).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 01V-169
- Reported
- May 21, 2001
- Vehicles affected
- 19,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: sedan and wagon passenger vehicles. A diode in the electronic climate control system may have a reduced service life.
The risk
If the diode fails, the heater fan stops operating and the defroster function is affected.
The fix
Dealers will install an adapter with a diode fitted to the heater fan motor. Owner notification began june 11, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).