Volvo Bus B5TL and B8 recall: Exhaust emission criteria is not met
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- It has been identified that an issue with the engine software may affect the vehicle's exhaust emissions and an issue with the regenerations of the SCR brick.
- What to do
- Contact a Volvo Bus dealer to book the free repair. Recall all affected vehicles to update the engine software.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
It has been identified that an issue with the engine software may affect the vehicle's exhaust emissions and an issue with the regenerations of the SCR brick.
The fix
Recall all affected vehicles to update the engine software.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| B5TL | 3 Jun 2013 | 5 Oct 2016 | 809 |
| B8 | 3 Jun 2013 | 5 Oct 2016 | 809 |
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 31 March 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.