2011 Volvo Vah | 2012 Volvo Vah | 2013 Volvo Vah — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system
Published October 31, 2013 · Recall initiated: October 17, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V497000, published October 31, 2013 and initiated October 17, 2013. Recalling firm: Volvo Trucks North America; 2011 Volvo Vah | 2012 Volvo Vah | 2013 Volvo Vah — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VOLVO
- Model
- VAH
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Trucks North America
- Lot
- 2011 VOLVO VAH | 2012 VOLVO VAH | 2013 VOLVO VAH
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2011 Volvo Vah | 2012 Volvo Vah | 2013 Volvo Vah — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V497000 on October 31, 2013. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLVO. Model: VAH.