Volvo Bus B5TL and B5LH recall: Incorrect oil pan fitted
- What's wrong
- It has been established that on certain vehicles fitted with an MDE5 engine they may have been delivered with a lower volume oil pan during production. There is a risk of the sump being overfilled with oil. This could result in either the engine suffering…
- What to do
- Contact a Volvo Bus dealer to book the free repair. Recall all affected vehicles to replace the oil pan and dip stick also to update the Engine Management System (EMS) software.
What’s wrong
It has been established that on certain vehicles fitted with an MDE5 engine they may have been delivered with a lower volume oil pan during production. There is a risk of the sump being overfilled with oil. This could result in either the engine suffering a runaway due to it consuming its own oil or the Catalytic Converter can be contaminated which will affect the exhaust emissions.
The fix
Recall all affected vehicles to replace the oil pan and dip stick also to update the Engine Management System (EMS) software.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| B5TL | 18 May 2016 | 2 Feb 2017 | 265 |
| B5LH | 18 May 2016 | 2 Feb 2017 | 265 |
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 6 April 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.