Volvo VNM: Engine and engine cooling — engine

Affects Volvo VNM · 2012–2016 — about 185 vehicles.

The hazard

If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be an increased risk of a fire.

What to do

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will secure the ends of the 90-degree elbow. In addition, the electronic control module (ECM) will be reprogrammed with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1502.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational