Recalls for 2007 Volvo Vn

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT SECTOR

Posted on: 2006-04-04
Description
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with dana steering shafts, there is a potential that the steering shaft pinch bolt hole may be incorrectly located.  The pinch bolt fits into a groove in the steering gear input shaft to ensure that the steering shaft does not separate from the steering gear if the pinch bolt comes loose.

Consequence
This could potentially lead to steering shaft separation resulting in loss of control of the vehicle if the pinch bolt were to come loose increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the steering shaft and replace it as required free of charge.  The recall began on august 28, 006.  Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Notes
Volvo trucks recall no.  Rvxx0602.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:QUICK RELEASE VALVE

Posted on: 2010-11-18
Description
Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2009 vhd, model year 2006 through 2010 vn, and model year 2007 through 2009 vt trucks manufactured from november 7, 2005, through october 30, 2009, equipped with an air release fifth wheel.  The inversion valve on the frame may be orientated where contaminants can enter the valve through the exhaust port.  As a result, the brake valve may corrode.

Consequence
Corrosion of the valve can cause it to malfunction, thereby adversely affecting braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the inversion valve and replace as required.  This service will be performed free of charge.  The safety recall is expected to begin on or before february 18, 2011.  Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Notes
Volvo trucks safety recall no.  Rvxx1006.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

DEFECT #3 - SEAT BELTS

Posted on: 2012-10-22
Description
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 vhd and vn trucks, manufactured from august 4, 2000, through june 22, 2012, and equipped with bench passenger seats.  The seat belt d-ring weld may not be sufficient enough to meet the seat belt pull test.  Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  210, seat belt assembly anchorages.

Consequence
In the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt weld may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant.  This increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant.  

Corrective Action
Volvo trucks of america will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspected d-ring, free of change.  The safety recall began on may 10, 2013.  Owners may contact volvo at 1-336-393-2000.

Notes
Volvo's recall campaign number is rvxx1204.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.