12 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY
Posted on: 2013-03-21
Description
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 vhd, vnl, and vnm trucks, manufactured from april 18, 2011, through march 14, 2013, and equipped with a horizontally mounted remote battery disconnect switch. The remote battery disconnect switch was manufactured with incorrect hardware allowing the cables to loosen. Additionally, as mounted, the cables may vibrate and chafe.
Consequence
Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and switch which may result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Volvo will send owners an interim letter and dealers will replace and relocate the remote battery disconnect switch. The recall began on may 7, 2013. Owners may contact volvo's recall support line at 1-877-800-4945 and select option 1.
Notes
Volvo's recall campaign number is rvxx1301.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.
DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BATTERY:CABLES
Posted on: 2013-03-21
Description
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 vhd, vnl, and vnm trucks, manufactured from april 18, 2011, through march 14, 2013, and equipped with a horizontally mounted remote battery disconnect switch. The remote battery disconnect switch was manufactured with incorrect hardware allowing the cables to loosen. Additionally, as mounted, the cables may vibrate and chafe.
Consequence
Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and switch which may result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Volvo will send owners an interim letter and dealers will replace and relocate the remote battery disconnect switch. The recall began on may 7, 2013. Owners may contact volvo's recall support line at 1-877-800-4945 and select option 1.
Notes
Volvo's recall campaign number is rvxx1301.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.
DEFECT #3 - POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 2013-06-28
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 vah, vhd, vnl, vnm, and vt models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied.
Consequence
Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the distance required to stop the truck may lengthen, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volvo trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on august 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is rvxx1303. Owners may contact volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #4 - SEAT BELTS
Posted on: 2013-12-18
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2014 vah, vhd, vnl, and vnm trucks manufactured august 12, 2013, through november 14, 2013; and equipped with immi-brand l9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 209, seat belt assemblies.
Consequence
If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Corrective Action
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on january 27, 2014. Owners may contact volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1307.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #5 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Posted on: 2014-11-18
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012, 2014-2015 vhd, 2012-2015 vnl, and 2014-2015 vnm trucks manufactured june 16, 2011, to august 18, 2014, and equipped with the eco-roll option. The affected trucks may fail to re-engage the vehicle drivetrain after using the eco-roll feature.
Consequence
If the drivetrain does not re-engage, the vehicle's stopping distance may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volvo has notified owners, and dealers will update the eco-roll software, free of charge. The recall began on december 10, 2014. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1406.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #6 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
Posted on: 2016-10-13
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 vhd trucks manufactured from april 7, 2008, through december 9, 2015, equipped with usk non-greasable drag links. The ball joint seals may be compromised, which can allow water and other contaminants to enter the ball joints.
Consequence
If water and contaminants enter the ball joint, corrosion can occur and lead to accelerated wear, which over time can result in failure of the ball joint, possibly resulting in complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on december 9, 2016. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1606.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #7 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Posted on: 2016-10-13
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 vhd trucks manufactured from april 7, 2008, through december 9, 2015, equipped with usk non-greasable drag links. The ball joint seals may be compromised, which can allow water and other contaminants to enter the ball joints.
Consequence
If water and contaminants enter the ball joint, corrosion can occur and lead to accelerated wear, which over time can result in failure of the ball joint, possibly resulting in complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on december 9, 2016. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1606.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #8 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
Posted on: 2016-10-13
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 vhd trucks manufactured from april 7, 2008, through december 9, 2015, equipped with usk non-greasable drag links. The ball joint seals may be compromised, which can allow water and other contaminants to enter the ball joints.
Consequence
If water and contaminants enter the ball joint, corrosion can occur and lead to accelerated wear, which over time can result in failure of the ball joint, possibly resulting in complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. The recall began on december 2, 2016. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1606.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #9 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Posted on: 2016-10-13
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 vhd trucks manufactured from april 7, 2008, through december 9, 2015, equipped with usk non-greasable drag links. The ball joint seals may be compromised, which can allow water and other contaminants to enter the ball joints.
Consequence
If water and contaminants enter the ball joint, corrosion can occur and lead to accelerated wear, which over time can result in failure of the ball joint, possibly resulting in complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. The recall began on december 2, 2016. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1606.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #10 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
Posted on: 2016-10-13
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 vhd trucks manufactured from april 7, 2008, through december 9, 2015, equipped with usk non-greasable drag links. The ball joint seals may be compromised, which can allow water and other contaminants to enter the ball joints.
Consequence
If water and contaminants enter the ball joint, corrosion can occur and lead to accelerated wear, which over time can result in failure of the ball joint, possibly resulting in complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. The recall began on december 2, 2016. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1606.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #11 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Posted on: 2016-10-13
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 vhd trucks manufactured from april 7, 2008, through december 9, 2015, equipped with usk non-greasable drag links. The ball joint seals may be compromised, which can allow water and other contaminants to enter the ball joints.
Consequence
If water and contaminants enter the ball joint, corrosion can occur and lead to accelerated wear, which over time can result in failure of the ball joint, possibly resulting in complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. The recall began on december 2, 2016. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1606.
Notes
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.
DEFECT #12 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2018-11-02
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain 2004-2019 volvo vhd trucks equipped with snow plow lamp preparation kits. The snow plow headlights can be turned on without other exterior lights, and high beam indicator will not work when the snow plow high beams are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The driver may operate the vehicle with the snow plow headlights on but the marker and tail lamps off, reducing the vehicle's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the software related to the plow lights, free of charge. The recall began december 19, 2018. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1804.
Notes
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.