Fontaine Modification is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volvo VAH vehicles modified
— Recall Campaign #13V497000
Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volvo VAH vehicles modified with upward facing exhaust diffusers for use as auto-haulers. In the affected vehicles, heat from the exhaust may transfer to the roof of the truck cab and/or the vehicles above the cab.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 206 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13V497000
| Manufacturer: | Volvo Trucks North America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | October 17, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13V497000 |
| Units affected: | 206 |
- Description:
- Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volvo VAH vehicles modified with upward facing exhaust diffusers for use as auto-haulers. In the affected vehicles, heat from the exhaust may transfer to the roof of the truck cab and/or the vehicles above the cab.
- Consequeces:
- Excessive heat could result in a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Fontaine will notify owners and dealers will replace the diffuser with one of a different shape and design, free of charge. Owners may contact Fontaine at 1-800-366-8246.
- Notes:
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.