How many recalls does the 1997 VOLVO VNM have?

The 1997 VOLVO VNM has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 1997 VOLVO VNM?

The most recent recall was issued on April 11, 2002 and relates to the service brakes, air:antilock system.

Are there any high-risk recalls for the 1997 VOLVO VNM?

Yes, there is 1 high-risk recall for the 1997 VOLVO VNM involving serious safety concerns.

Is the 1997 VOLVO VNM affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 1997 VOLVO VNM.

1997 VOLVO VNM Recalls Canada & USA

NHTSA (USA)Critical

April 11, 2002

1997 VOLVO VNMNHTSA Campaign #02V110000

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK

Defect

CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS", S5.1.6.3, "ANTILOCK POWER FOR TOWED VEHICLES." ELECTRICAL POWER FOR THE TRAILER ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) CAN BE DISRUPTED WHEN A SWITCH LOCATED ON THE VEHICLE INSTRUMENT PANEL IS ACTIVATED TO CONTROL LIGHTING WITHIN THE TRAILER.

Safety Risk

IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE DRIVER CAN LOSE OF THE TOWED VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRING HARNESS WHICH WILL PROVIDE CONTINUOUS ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE TRAILER ABS WHENEVER THE IGNITION SWITCH IS IN THE ON OR RUN POSITION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 29, 2002. 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 VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.

1997 VOLVO VNM Recalls — Canada & USA

1 Recall

Defect

Safety Risk

Remedy

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