Volvo Penta Tachometer Kit 21511180 | OEM EVC Instrument Kit
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Volvo Penta Tachometer Kit — Part #21511180
This is the genuine OEM tachometer kit for Volvo Penta EVC (Electronic Vessel Control) equipped marine engines. The kit provides everything needed to install or replace the tachometer display in the vessel's instrument panel, delivering accurate engine RPM readout integrated with the EVC system. Designed for a direct, plug-and-play fit with no modification required.
Part Details
- Part Number: 21511180
- Brand: Volvo Penta
- Official Product Type: Tachometer Kit
- System: EVC (Electronic Vessel Control) — Instrument / Display Circuit
- Condition: New OEM
Compatible Applications
- Volvo Penta D4-180, D4-210, D4-225, D4-260, D4-300 (EVC-equipped)
- Volvo Penta D6-280, D6-310, D6-330, D6-370, D6-400, D6-435 (EVC-equipped)
- Compatibility is serial-number dependent — verify against your engine serial number and parts diagram before ordering
Technical Specifications
- Fitment: Direct OEM replacement — no modification required
- Interface: EVC digital instrument network
- Estimated Weight: Approx. 1.0 kg (kit including hardware)
- Note: Confirm diagram position in your vessel's instrument panel layout before installation
Parts Desk Insights
Best Use Case: This kit is the right call when the tachometer display is blank, flickering, or showing erratic RPM readings on an EVC-equipped twin or single engine installation. It's also commonly ordered during helm station upgrades or when replacing a damaged instrument panel after a hard knock or water intrusion event.
Common Issues: Customers most often reach out after the tachometer stops responding following an electrical fault or after the helm takes on water. Before ordering, it's worth checking the EVC network connection and fuse — occasionally the display issue is upstream of the tachometer itself. If the network checks out, this kit is typically the correct fix.
Service Interval
Tachometer kits are not a scheduled maintenance item. Replace when the display fails, shows inaccurate readings, or is physically damaged. Inspect instrument panel connections at each annual service.
Technical FAQ
Q: Does this kit include the mounting hardware and wiring harness?
A: As an OEM kit, it includes the components Volvo Penta specifies for this part number. Contact us to confirm exact kit contents for your serial number range before ordering.
Q: Will this work on a non-EVC engine?
A: No — this tachometer is designed for the EVC digital network. Non-EVC engines use a different sender/gauge system. Contact us with your engine model and serial number to find the correct part.
Q: My tachometer reads incorrectly but doesn't go blank — is this still the right part?
A: Possibly. Erratic readings can indicate a failing display or an EVC network communication issue. We recommend checking the network first; if the display is confirmed faulty, this kit is the correct replacement.
Related Parts
- Volvo Penta Pressure Sensor 866833 — EVC-compatible sensor, often serviced alongside instrument components
- Volvo Penta Oil Pressure Pipe 21506563 — related engine monitoring component
- Volvo Penta Service Kit 3818189 — general engine service kit
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 1-3 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
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