1997 VOLVO WIA
6 recalls, 12 complaints - 44 TSBs
02V238000 Sep 9, 2002
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 TRUCKS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE TWO TAIL LAMPS, BACK-UP LAMP,AND LICENSE TAG LAMP WERE MOUNTED ON INSUFFICIENTLY RIGID MOUNTS.
Consequence
IT MAY NOT ALLOW THE DRIVER OF A REARWARD APPROACHING VEHICLE TO HAVE FULL VIEW OF THE LAMPS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL ATTACH THE TWO TAIL LAMPS, BACK-UP LAMP, AND THE LICENSE TAP LAMP ON STIFFER BRACKETS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 31, 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 ... Read more
00V002002 Feb 24, 2000
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH HALDEX MANIFOLD DASH VALVES (MDV) USED IN TRACTOR AND TRAILER PARKING BRAKES. THESE VALVES DO NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS." A LOSS OF THE ISOLATION OF THE TWO BRAKE SYSTEM CIRCUITS CAN RESULT IN THE LOSS OF S... Read more
Consequence
THE LOSS OF SERVICE BRAKES CAN OCCUR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SUSPECT VALVES.
98V255000 Oct 14, 1998
SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:AIR SUSPENSION:LINES AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CLASS 8 HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS. THE AIR SUSPENSION CONTROL VALVE SUPPLY LINE WAS NOT PLUMBED THROUGH AN AIR PRESSURE PROTECTION VALVE. IN THE EVENT OF A FAILURE, THERE WOULD BE LOSS OF AIR PRESSURE IN THE 'B' SYSTEM AIR RESERVOIR THAT SUPPLIES AIR PRESSURE FOR THE FRONT STEER AXLE... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION WOULD RESULT IN INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCES.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE NECESSARY AIR PRESSURE PROTECTION VALVE.
98V120001 May 19, 1998
WHEELS:RIM
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AFTERMARKET ALUMINUM DUAL WHEELS, 22.5X8.25, ONE-PIECE, TUBELESS, SUPPLIED BY ACCURIDE/AKW. CERTAIN DESIGN REVISIONS COMBINED WITH PROCESS CONDITIONS CAUSED FATIGUE CRACKS IN THESE WHEELS.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE FAILURE OF THESE WHEELS.
Remedy
ACCURIDE/AKW WILL REPLACE THESE WHEELS.
97V212000 Nov 17, 1997
SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CLASS 8 HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS. THE STEER AXLE WHEEL BEARING JAM NUT LOCK WASHER MAY NOT HAVE BEEN BENT OVER THE JAM NUT AFTER THE WHEEL BEARINGS WERE ADJUSTED.
Consequence
IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE JAM NUT AND WHEEL BEARING ADJUSTING NUT CAN BACK OFF THE SPINDLE ALLOWING THE WHEEL AND THE BRAKE DRUM ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE STEERING AXLE WHEEL BEARING JAM NUT LOCK WASHER TO DETERMINE IF IT IS BENT OVER THE JAM NUT, AND IF NOT, REPAIR AS REQUIRED.
97V023000 Feb 24, 1997
STRUCTURE:BODY
Defect Description
WARNING LABELS IDENTIFYING THE CLIMBING SEQUENCE AND PROCESS WERE OMITTED.
Consequence
PERSONS NOT USING THE SEQUENCE AND PROCESS DURING CAB ENTRY OR EXIT OR WHEN USING THE OPTIONAL BACK OF CAB ACCESS MAY SLIP AND/OR FALL CAUSING PERSONAL INJURY.
Remedy
VOLVO HEAVY TRUCK WILL BE PROVIDING WARNING LABELS TO BE INSTALLED BY OWNERS ON THEIR TRUCKS.
Complaint Statistics
12 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | 4 |
| STRUCTURE | 3 |
| STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 1 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | 1 |
| VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR | 1 |
SUSPENSION
Feb 11, 2003
VEHICLE EXPERIENCED PREMATURE STEER TIRE WEAR.*AK *JB
SUSPENSION
Jun 12, 2002
CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING, THE TRUCK STARTED TO PULL VERY HARD TO THE LEFT AND CONSUMER HAD A VERY DIFFICULT TIME STOPPING THE TRUCK, ONCE THE TRUCK WAS UNDER CONTROL, CONSUMER GOT OUT AND NOTICED THAT THE RIGHT STEER TIRE WAS WORN DOWN TO THE VERY OUTSIDE EDGE TO THE THREAD, ON A SEPARATE OCCAS... Read more
SUSPENSION
May 29, 2002
CONSUMER COMPLAINS OF REPLACING HIS 6TH SET OF STEER TIRES. *JG
STRUCTURE
May 14, 2002
CONSUMER STATES SLEEPER WALL SIDE SEAMS LEAK WATER.(VOLVO TRUCK 64TWIA) *YH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Apr 26, 2002
CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAD A WIRING HARNESS PROBLEM UNDER THE DASH. (VOLVO TRUCK 64TWIA)*YH
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Apr 26, 2002
THE DRIVERS WINDOW IS LOOSE AND WILL NOT STAY IN.(VOLVO TRUCK 64TWIA) *YH
STRUCTURE
Apr 26, 2002
CONSUMER STATES SLEEPER WALL SIDE SEAMS LEAK WATER.(VOLVO TRUCK 64TWIA) *YH
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Apr 17, 2002
Incident date: Jan 1, 2002
THERE IS CONSTANT SHAKING IN FRONT END OF VEHICLE AND IN STEERING WHEEL, AT ANY SPEED. DEALER HAS REPLACED TIRES AND ALIGNED VEHICLE. DID NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. NLM CONSUMER ADDS THAT THE VEHICLE IS STILL SHAKING VIOLENTLY. *TT
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Apr 4, 2002
Incident date: Oct 16, 2000
TRANSMISSION JUMPS OUT OF GEAR UNDER A LOAD ,THIS TRANSMISSION WAS REBUILT NOV 2000 FOR THIS PROBLUM. IT STARTED AGAIN IN NOV.2001. OTHER OWNERS OF THIS TYPE TRANSMISSION TELL ME THEY HAVE THE SAME PROBLUM. THERE IS NOTHING AS DANGEROUS AS A TRUCK GEARING DOWN ON A HILL , AND HAVING THE TRANSMISSIO... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 19, 1999
Incident date: Feb 7, 1997
WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THERE IS VIBRATION WITHIN THE FRAME, TIRE IS WORN OUT. VECHICLE ISN'T STAYING ON TRACK, IT KEEPS GOING INTO OTHER LANES. ALSO, FRAME IS BENT. *AK THE CONSUMER POINTS OUT THAT THE APPEAL FORUM IS HELPFUL BUT THERE SHOULD BE A METHOD FOR CONSUMERS TO REACH THE MANUFACTURE... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Aug 19, 1999
Incident date: Feb 7, 1997
WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THERE IS VIBRATION WITHIN THE FRAME, TIRE IS WORN OUT. VECHICLE ISN'T STAYING ON TRACK, IT KEEPS GOING INTO OTHER LANES. ALSO, FRAME IS BENT. *AK THE CONSUMER POINTS OUT THAT THE APPEAL FORUM IS HELPFUL BUT THERE SHOULD BE A METHOD FOR CONSUMERS TO REACH THE MANUFACTURE... Read more
STRUCTURE
Feb 13, 1997
WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKE THERE IS A VIBRATION IN THE WHOLE TRUCK .
Technical Service Bulletins, 1997 VOLVO WIA
44 manufacturer communications from 26 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 6 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 3 |
| 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 2 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 2 |
| 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 2 |
KC-405
Jun 21, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Warranty Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT, I-Shift, mDrive ) Control Housing Assembly; Guidelines For Filing A Claim For Chassis Return Visit With Transmission Issues After A Repair Requiring Control Housing Removal And Reinstallation -
KC-2143
Jun 21, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)
KC-2112
Jun 21, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
KC-2112
Jun 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
KC-2143
Jun 21, 2022
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)
KC-2119
Jun 21, 2022
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
DTC U012100 - Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module, No Additional Information
KC-2028
Jun 17, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
AMT Control Housing Bench Testing - False Failures
KC-2174
Jun 15, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria
KC-2174
Jun 15, 2022
010000 STEERING
Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria
KC-435
Jun 7, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo Chassis - Equipped with An Automated Manual Transmission (AMT, iShift) - SNV 19-002 - AMT Oil Filter Housing Corrosion
KC-732
Jun 6, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Unable To Retrieve "On Request" Messages For PeopleNet Or Omnitracs Modules Installed On The DL5 Data Link; Third Party Electronic Log Device Not Reporting Certain Data
KC-732
Jun 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Unable To Retrieve "On Request" Messages For PeopleNet Or Omnitracs Modules Installed On The DL5 Data Link; Third Party Electronic Log Device Not Reporting Certain Data
KC-2116
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-2107
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer
KC-2165
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-2171
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Temperature Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer
KC-726
May 31, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster
KC-726
May 31, 2022
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster
KC-2107
May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer
KC-639
May 17, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Volvo SNV15-008 Vocom Adapter ( 88890300 ) May Lock Up When Updating Firmware
KC-639
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo SNV15-008 Vocom Adapter ( 88890300 ) May Lock Up When Updating Firmware
KC-639
May 17, 2022
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Volvo SNV15-008 Vocom Adapter ( 88890300 ) May Lock Up When Updating Firmware
KC-660
May 17, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo Chassis - PTO Pump Speed Calculator
KC-660
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Chassis - PTO Pump Speed Calculator
KC-650
May 17, 2022
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Volvo Chassis - Fuel Level Gauge Slow To Respond To Changes In Fuel Level
KC-650
May 17, 2022
117210 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT
Volvo Chassis - Fuel Level Gauge Slow To Respond To Changes In Fuel Level
KC-649
May 17, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volvo SNV14-035 When And How To Contact Tech Support ( eService & Phone )
KC-649
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo SNV14-035 When And How To Contact Tech Support ( eService & Phone )
KC-647
May 17, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding
KC-647
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding
KC-642
May 17, 2022
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Volvo Chassis - Bendix ABS6 TO ABS8 Service Information
KC-642
May 17, 2022
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Volvo Chassis - Bendix ABS6 TO ABS8 Service Information
KC-640
May 17, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volvo Chassis - Dealer Support Communication - Selecting The Proper SR Area For Creating An eService
KC-640
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Chassis - Dealer Support Communication - Selecting The Proper SR Area For Creating An eService
KC-636
May 16, 2022
119211 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE
Volvo Fault Code MID 144 PSID 204 FMI 9
KC-636
May 16, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Fault Code MID 144 PSID 204 FMI 9
KC-784
Mar 23, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
KC-784
Mar 23, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
356EN01
Feb 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
Service Manager
Feb 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
Service Manager
Feb 3, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
KC-392
Jan 19, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo Chassis - Driveline (Driveshaft, Propeller Shaft) Ride Height And Angle, Measurement And Calculation; Pinion Angle Measurement - Model Year 1996 And Newer
KC-392
Jan 19, 2022
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Volvo Chassis - Driveline (Driveshaft, Propeller Shaft) Ride Height And Angle, Measurement And Calculation; Pinion Angle Measurement - Model Year 1996 And Newer
234/003
Jan 1, 1997
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
INSTALLATION FUEL RETURN LINE RESTRICTION FITTINGS. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, VOLVO WIA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP01004
Opened: Sep 26, 2001 , Closed: Mar 18, 2002
FRAME BENDING
PE99018
Opened: Mar 3, 1999 , Closed: Sep 14, 1999
TRUCK ROLLOVER CRASHES
ODI HAS RECEIVED A FLEET REPORT WHICH ALLEGES THAT THE AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM ON THE SUBJECT TRACTORS CONTRIBUTES TO A LOW SPEED ROLLOVER
VOLVO WIA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLVO WIA across all model years (1988, 2002).
38
Total Recalls
91
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
VOLVO WIA - Year by Year
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