Fontaine Modification | NHTSA Recall #13V497000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V497000 by Fontaine Modification. Affecting model year 2011-2013 volvo vah vehicles modified with upward facing exhaust diffusers for use as auto-haulers Includes 206 affected units, Heat from Exhaust Diffuser may result in Fire, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2011-2013 volvo vah vehicles modified with upward facing exhaust diffusers for use as auto-haulers

Defect Summary

Fontaine modification (fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 volvo vah vehicles modified with upward facing exhaust diffusers for use as auto-haulers. in the affected vehicles, heat from the exhaust may transfer to the roof of the truck cab and/or the vehicles above the cab.

Corrective Action

Fontaine will notify owners and dealers will replace the diffuser with one of a different shape and design, free of charge. owners may contact fontaine at 1-800-366-8246.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V497000
Manufacturer: Fontaine Modification
Report Received Date: 2013-10-17T00:00:00
Subject: Heat from exhaust diffuser may result in fire
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling
Potentially Affected Units: 206

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Fontaine modification (fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 volvo vah vehicles modified with upward facing exhaust diffusers for use as auto-haulers. in the affected vehicles, heat from the exhaust may transfer to the roof of the truck cab and/or the vehicles above the cab.
Consequence Summary: Excessive heat could result in a fire.
Corrective Action: Fontaine will notify owners and dealers will replace the diffuser with one of a different shape and design, free of charge. owners may contact fontaine at 1-800-366-8246.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 50

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NHTSA ID: 13V497000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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