Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #08V028000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V028000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 798 affected units, DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER INHIBIT SWITCH, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks, an incorrect software parameter was loaded which resulted in the diesel particulate filter (dpf) 'inhibit' function being disabled. the 'inhibit' function is a means for the driver to stop a dpf regeneration from occurring if a vehicle is in a location that may present a hazardous situation.

Corrective Action

Dealers will change the control parameters. the recall began on february 15, 2008. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V028000

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Report Received Date: 2008-01-24T00:00:00

Subject: Diesel particulate filter inhibit switch

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 798

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RVXX0708

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trucks, an incorrect software parameter was loaded which resulted in the diesel particulate filter (dpf) 'inhibit' function being disabled. the 'inhibit' function is a means for the driver to stop a dpf regeneration from occurring if a vehicle is in a location that may present a hazardous situation.

Consequence Summary: If the driver believes that regeneration has been stopped when it has not, it could result in a fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will change the control parameters. the recall began on february 15, 2008. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-yn3g_8gcu-i2pp

NHTSA ID: 08V028000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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