NHTSA Recall 03V516000: Recreational vehicle/trailer (equipment)
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,939 vehicles. It affects 2002–2003 Volvo Vnl.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V516000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RVXX0308 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER |
| Report received | December 10, 2003 |
| Owner notification | December 24, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain heavy-duty trucks, when the bunk is raised into the stored position, an object left on the bunk may inadvertently turn on a bunk lamp.
Safety risk
This could possibly result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a bunk lamp with a push button on/off switch. Owner notification began on december 24, 2003. 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 truck at 1-800-528-6586.
Notes
Volvo recall no. Rvxx0308.customers can 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 03V516000
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.