Volvo Bus B8R recall: Fuel tank mounting bracket joint breaks/cracks
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles the fuel tank mounting bracket joint may break/crack with the risk of the fuel tank dropping to the floor and parting from the fuel filler neck resulting in fuel spillage (environmental contamination).
- What to do
- Contact a Volvo Bus dealer to book the free repair. On affected vehicles the fuel tank mounting bracket is inspected implementing welding reinforcement to the mounting bracket.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles the fuel tank mounting bracket joint may break/crack with the risk of the fuel tank dropping to the floor and parting from the fuel filler neck resulting in fuel spillage (environmental contamination).
The fix
On affected vehicles the fuel tank mounting bracket is inspected implementing welding reinforcement to the mounting bracket.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| B8R | 7 Jun 2013 | 10 Oct 2017 | 27 |
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 9 July 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.