Defect Description For Recall
Brink Generation 3.0 Detachable Tow Hitches Manufactured Between August 1, 1998 And May 31, 2000. The Locking Mechanism In The Tow Bar, That Prevents The Detachable Tow Hook From Separating From The Fixed Vehicles Installation, May Have Reduced FunCTIon.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLVO
Model Of Vehicle
TOW HITCH
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
02E043000
Component Description
Equipment:Mechanical:Wrecker And Wheel Lift Devices
Effect Of Defect
If The Locking Mechanism Were To Fail, The Assembly In Tow May Become Detached From The Tow Vehicle, Possibly Resulting In A Vehicle Crash, Personal Injury, Or Death.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Affected Tow Hitches With A Tow Hitch Of A Modified Design. Owner Notification Began August 13, 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 At 201-768-7300.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volvo Cars Of Na, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
19980801
End Of Manufacture
20000531
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
1222
Date Owners Notified
20021031
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volvo Car Usa, Llc
Date Report Received
20020723