NHTSA Campaign #03V474000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

NOVEMBER 17
2003

36,000 vehicles recalled

2000 VOLVO V40 -- On certain passenger vehicles, water can enter the electrical brake vacuum pump, causing the pump to fail.

This could result in loss of power assist and an increase in needed brake pedal force, which could result in a crash.

Dealers will replace the pump with a new and improved version and move the pump to a new location. Owner notification began on March 15, 2004. Owners should contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552. For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #03V474000 »