REC-001601

active

2018–2021 Volvo FM11, FM13, FMX13, FH13, FH16

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: Volvo Group Australia

Recall date: 23 May 2021

Defect

Due to an incorrect setting on the external remote control, the remote brake request feature does not engage the parking brake under certain speed conditions (low speed).

Hazard

If the parking brake does not engage, this could result in unintended vehicle movement. This may increase the risk of an accident, which may result in an injury or death to vehicle occupants, other road users and bystanders.

Remedy

Volvo Car Australia will contact affected owners in writing to request that owners make an appointment to have the vehicle repaired. To find your closest dealer please visit www.volvocars.com/au/find-a-dealer or contact the Volvo Customer Relations team on 1300 787 802. For more information, contact Volvo by phone on 1300 787 802 or email owners@volvo-customers.com or via https://www.volvocars.com/au/footer/contact-us

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Volvo Group Australia — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: vehiclerecalls.gov.au