NHTSA Recall 03V381000: Starter assembly (electrical system)
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 176 vehicles. It affects 2001–2003 Volvo Vnm.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V381000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RVXX0307 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › STARTER ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | October 8, 2003 |
| Owner notification | November 11, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain heavy-duty class trucks, salt and other highway snow and ice removal chemicals are getting under the protective caps of the chassis mounted emergency start studs and corroding them. This condition deteriorates the studs and the connections.
Safety risk
Over time the studs may loosen sufficiently to cause an electrical short.
Remedy
Dealers will install new chassis mounted emergency start studs and associated battery cables. Owner notification is expected to begin during november 2003. Owners should contact volvo at 1-800-528-6586.
Notes
Volvo truck recall no. Rvxx0307.customers can 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 03V381000
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.