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2008 VOLVO VT ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service for ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING issues.

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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Safety Recalls

Critical #08V028000 NHTSA Official Language
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Manufacturer
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
What Happened
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, AN INCORRECT SOFTWARE PARAMETER WAS LOADED WHICH RESULTED IN THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF) 'INHIBIT' FUNCTION BEING DISABLED. THE 'INHIBIT' FUNCTION IS A MEANS FOR THE DRIVER TO STOP A DPF REGENERATION FROM OCCURRING IF A VEHICLE IS IN A LOCATION THAT MAY PRESENT A HAZARDOUS SITUATION.
Risk if Unfixed
IF THE DRIVER BELIEVES THAT REGENERATION HAS BEEN STOPPED WHEN IT HAS NOT, IT COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Free Fix
DEALERS WILL CHANGE THE CONTROL PARAMETERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 15, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
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Other VOLVO VT 2008 Recalls

STEERING
2 recalls
POWER TRAIN
1 recall
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
1 recall
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
1 recall
TRAILER HITCHES
1 recall
VISIBILITY
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall
STRUCTURE
1 recall

Other VOLVO VT Years

2014
1 recall
2013
1 recall
2012
1 recall
2011
1 recall
2010
4 recalls
2009
5 recalls
2007
9 recalls
2006
1 recall
2005
3 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2008 VOLVO VT safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL recall for the 2008 VOLVO VT? (Campaign #08V028000)

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, AN INCORRECT SOFTWARE PARAMETER WAS LOADED WHICH RESULTED IN THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF) 'INHIBIT' FUNCTION BEING DISABLED. THE 'INHIBIT' FUNCTION IS A MEANS FOR THE DRIVER TO STOP A DPF REGENERATION FROM OCCURRING IF A VEHICLE IS IN A LOCATION THAT MAY PRESENT A HAZARDOUS SITUATION. IF THE DRIVER BELIEVES THAT REGENERATION HAS BEEN STOPPED WHEN IT HAS NOT, IT COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. DEALERS WILL CHANGE THE CONTROL PARAMETERS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 15, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.