Volvo B12M recalls

The top bushing of the footbrake valve may move which in the worst case can decrease the ability to stop the vehicle.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check test and where necessary replace the footbrake valve. In addition a yoke securing kit will be installed to all affected vehicles.

579 vehicles · built 1 Jan 1999 to 31 Dec 2001

There is a possibility of a thermal malfunction on the fuel filter water separator bowl with the heater. This can result in overheating due to low fuel level in combination with a faulty thermostat in the water separator bowl

Fix: Recall affected vehicles fit heat shield and check/reconnect cable in the electrical connector on the fuel filter/water separator housing

546 vehicles

Under certain circumstances it is necessary to use a higher then normal brake pedal pressure in order to bring the vehicle to a halt. The existence of the fault or otherwise depending on the availability of a signal in the I-shift which reduces and disengages the drive torque.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will receive updated software tailored to the control unit fitted.

154 vehicles

The hydraulic pump test nipple may not have been fully tightened. This could result in an oil leak from the power steering system and a consequential reduction in and eventual loss of power assistance to the steering.

Fix: Check and tighten the hydraulic pump test nipple to the specified torque.

128 vehicles

Faulty software in the engine ECU will result in the engine exhaust emissions failing to comply with the regulations.

Fix: Re program the engine ECU.

154 vehicles

Engine speed maybe reduced to idle without warning due to faulty software in the ECU.

Fix: Re programme the ECU with new software.

36 vehicles

The fuel hoses' plastic clamps may wear through the hoses and cause a fuel leak.

Fix: Replace any wear damaged fuel hoses and fit new hose clamps. Additionally install a vent pipe in the fuel supply system.

266 vehicles