NHTSA Recall 09V173000: Motor (visibility)
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 127,764 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Volvo Vhd.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V173000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RVXX0902 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | May 21, 2009 |
| Owner notification | September 30, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo trucks is recalling 127,764 my 2001-2008 vhd, vnl, vnm, and my 2005-2008 vt trucks. A seal may fail allowing water and contaminants to seep into the windshield wiper motor.
Safety risk
If this happens a short circuit may occur, which over time could possibly lead to a vehicle fire.
Remedy
Volvo will replace the wiper motor free of charge. Since this recall involves a large number of vehicles, volvo will release the recall in stages as parts are received. Priority will be given to the vehicles located in the regions/states that have a corrosive environment. The recall began on september 30, 2009. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Notes
Volvo trucks recall no. Rvxx0902.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V173000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo Vhd | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Volvo Vnl | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Volvo Vnm | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Volvo Vt | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
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.