Volvo Bus B5LH recall: Starter motor heatshield may break off and cause an electrical short circuit
- What's wrong
- The brackets retaining the heat shield of the starter motor may fail and allow the heat shield to fall on and chafe through the B+ cable. If left there is a theoretical risk of fire.
- What to do
- Contact a Volvo Bus dealer to book the free repair. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the starter motor heat shield. Additionally the exhaust pipe will be inspected for signs of cracks on flange facing…
What’s wrong
The brackets retaining the heat shield of the starter motor may fail and allow the heat shield to fall on and chafe through the B+ cable. If left there is a theoretical risk of fire.
The fix
Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the starter motor heat shield. Additionally the exhaust pipe will be inspected for signs of cracks on flange facing turbo outlet and the gasket will be replaced.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| B5LH | 18 Mar 2013 | 18 Aug 2017 | 1,229 |
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 27 November 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.