Recall 03V-474
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. recalled the 2000 Volvo S40 and 1 other model: Service brakes, hydraulic (power assist, vacuum).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 03V-474
- Reported
- November 17, 2003
- Vehicles affected
- 36,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, water can enter the electrical brake vacuum pump, causing the pump to fail.
The risk
This could result in loss of power assist and an increase in needed brake pedal force, which could result in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the pump with a new and improved version and move the pump to a new location. Owner notification began on march 15, 2004. Owners should contact volvo at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Volvo recall no. 129.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).