NHTSA recall campaign
13V497000
ManufacturerFontaine ModificationReported2013-10-17Affected206 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
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.
Risk
Excessive heat could result in a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →