Lorry (Volvo Trucks) · FHE / FME (4) (FH, FH16, FM)
Due to a software issue both 12 V batteries and their power cables may overheat during charging of deep-cycle traction batteries. This could cause a vehicle fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the…
Read the official notice →- Date
- 2023-08-04
- Country
- Germany
- Brand
- Volvo Trucks
- Product
- Lorry
- Classification
- fire
- Category
- Other
- Source
- EU Safety Gate
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