Volvo Recalls VNL and VNM Trucks Due to Intake Manifold Defect
Volvo is recalling 2013-2015 VNL and 2013-2014 VNM trucks because condensation in the intake manifold may freeze, causing sensor issues that increase fire risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk of vehicle fire and burn injury, which aligns with the rubric criteria for 'Severe' severity involving significant injury reports or risks.
Plain-English summary
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 VNL trucks and 2013-2014 VNM trucks equipped with specific Cummins Westport Model ISL G and ISX12 G engines. The recall addresses a defect where condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during cold weather conditions. This freezing can interfere with the proper operation of the intake manifold pressure sensor.
The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe. This condition increases the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
Cummins Inc. and Cummins Wesport Inc. will notify owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-528-6586 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- VOLVO VNL, VNM
- Brand
- VOLVO
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Trucks North America
- Category
- Vehicle — Heavy-Duty Truck
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 426
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (2)
- VNL
- VNM
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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