Recall 99V-187: 1996–1998 Volvo Volvo Truck
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jun 23, 1999, covering about 162 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with caterpillar 3116 mechanically unit injected diesel engines. The governor of the engine controls the unit injector fueling by way of a control assembly. In this assembly, a link to the governor is joined to the control rod using a rivet. This rivet can loosen and then wear resulting in engine speed instability.
The risk
If not identified and corrected, engine speed control could be lost due to rivet disengagement.
The fix
Caterpillar is conducting the notification and remedy for this recall. Dealers will inspect the control assembly and replaced if necessary.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin during july 1999.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 caterpillar at 1-309-675-5658. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V187001 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo Volvo Truck | 1996, 1997, 1998 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 99V-187?
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with caterpillar 3116 mechanically unit injected diesel engines. The governor of the engine controls the unit injector fueling by way of a control assembly. In this assembly, a link to the governor is joined to the control rod using a rivet. This rivet can loosen and then wear resulting in engine speed instability.
How is recall 99V-187 fixed?
Caterpillar is conducting the notification and remedy for this recall. Dealers will inspect the control assembly and replaced if necessary.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.