Volvo Bus B13R recall: On affected vehicles a Gel battery can without warning crack open. The GEL battery can produce an internal spark in the battery potentially igniting the hydrogen gas inside the battery.
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles a Gel battery can without warning crack open. The GEL battery can produce an internal spark in the battery potentially igniting the hydrogen gas inside the battery.�
- What to do
- Contact a Volvo Bus dealer to book the free repair. Inspect Replace battery�
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles a Gel battery can without warning crack open. The GEL battery can produce an internal spark in the battery potentially igniting the hydrogen gas inside the battery.�
The fix
Inspect Replace battery�
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| B13R | 11 Oct 2022 | 17 Jan 2023 | 3 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 8 January 2024. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.