Volvo Bus B5TL and B8RLE recall: The electric pump inverter shuts off when the ignition is switched off even if the vehicle is moving
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- The Electric Steering Pump inverter shuts off when the ignition is switched off even if the vehicle is moving.
- What to do
- Contact a Volvo Bus dealer to book the free repair. Change to wiring to keep the EHPS function on when the vehicle is moving with ignition switched off.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
The Electric Steering Pump inverter shuts off when the ignition is switched off even if the vehicle is moving.
The fix
Change to wiring to keep the EHPS function on when the vehicle is moving with ignition switched off.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| B5TL | 17 Jun 2013 | 31 Aug 2018 | 1,058 |
| B8RLE | 17 Jun 2013 | 31 Aug 2018 | 1,058 |
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 12 February 2020. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.