Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLVO
Model Of Vehicle
VAH
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
13V497000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
Effect Of Defect
Excessive Heat Could Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Fontaine Modification
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
206
Date Owners Notified
20140219
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Date Report Received
20131017