Volvo Seats Recall 04V404000 (126 Vehicles)

The problem

Certain trucks fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, 'Seating systems.' The bench seat, as installed, does not the seat pull requirements of the standard.

The risk

The seat anchorage to the floor may not be sufficient to retain the adjusted seating position, which could lead to personal injury or death in the even tof a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the passenger side bench seat with a different brand of seat. The recall began november 1, 2004. Owners should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Contacts

Volvo truck recall no. Rvxx0405. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

What to do

Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
Call a dealer. Any authorized Volvo dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 04V404000.
Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicle	Complaints	Recalls	Grade
2003 Volvo VHD	3	11	D

Vehicle

Complaints

Recalls

Grade

2003 Volvo VHD

Questions

Is the 04V404000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 04V404000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 04V404000 announced?

VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported it to NHTSA on August 12, 2004. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

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