Volvo Bus B8R, B5LH, B11R recall: Erratic accelerator behaviour
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- A faulty accelerator pedal sensor may cause erratic accelerator operation during operation of the accelerator pedal.This may vary between no throttle reaction to a speed greater than expected for a throttle position
- What to do
- Contact a Volvo Bus dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles replace the accelerator pedal with a new variant and install an adapter wiring harness
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
A faulty accelerator pedal sensor may cause erratic accelerator operation during operation of the accelerator pedal.This may vary between no throttle reaction to a speed greater than expected for a throttle position
The fix
On affected vehicles replace the accelerator pedal with a new variant and install an adapter wiring harness
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| B8R | 5 Dec 2016 | 11 Jul 2017 | 468 |
| B5LH | 5 Dec 2016 | 11 Jul 2017 | 468 |
| B11R | 5 Dec 2016 | 11 Jul 2017 | 468 |
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 14 July 2017. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.