Recall 03V-308
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC recalled the 1998 to 2004 Volvo WX and 1 other model: Power train (automatic transmission).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 03V-308
- Reported
- August 22, 2003
- Vehicles affected
- 3,426 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, the body builder wiring option was mis-wired in such a way that the auto neutral with service brake status option may allow the transmission to go into forward gear without the driver's foot pressing down on the brake pedal first.
The risk
Unintended movement of the vehicle could put persons in danger inside and outside the vehicle.
The fix
Volvo trucks will notify its customers and install an additional air operated stop light switch and the necessary wiring changes. Owner notification is expected to begin during september 2003. 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 at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Volvo WX 1998 to 2004
- Volvo Wxll 1998 to 2004