NHTSA Recall 00V012000: Filler pipe and cap (fuel system)
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 468 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Volvo Acl.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V012000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RVXX0099 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY › FILLER PIPE AND CAP |
| Report received | January 18, 2000 |
| Owner notification | February 2, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with a steel fuel tank. The closure only fuel tank cap, installed on the steel fuel tank, failed when the tank was dropped from a 10' height as required by FMVSS no. 393, "liquid fuel tanks."
Safety risk
Fuel leakage could occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners will be provided with a new fuel tank cap.
Notes
Volvo truck recall no. Rvxx0099.owner notification began february 2, 2000.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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V012000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.