12 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ENGINE
Posted on: 2021-02-12
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2022 vnl vehicles equipped with cummins x15 diesel engines. The capscrews that attach the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, allowing the flywheel to detach.
Consequence
A detached flywheel can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, driveline pieces may be ejected from the engine compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
The affected vehicles are still within the manufacturer's control. The volvo trucks manufacturing facility will properly torque the capscrews and inspect for possible damage and, if necessary, repair any damage found, free of charge. The recall began january 5, 2021. Owners may contact volvo trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586.
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 #2 - WHEELS
Posted on: 2021-02-19
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2022 vnl vehicles equipped with alcoa mirror polish wheels, part number ult 391, and wheel size 22.5 x 8.25. Under certain circumstances, these wheels may not be able to support the load, which can cause the wheels to bend or break while in use.
Consequence
Bent or broken wheels can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The affected vehicles have been contained by the manufacturer, and therefore no owners will be notified. Dealers will replace the wheels, free of charge. The recall began january 29, 2021. Owners may contact volvo trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo trucks number for this recall is 21e-007.
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 #3 - WHEELS:RIM
Posted on: 2021-02-19
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2022 vnl vehicles equipped with alcoa mirror polish wheels, part number ult 391, and wheel size 22.5 x 8.25. Under certain circumstances, these wheels may not be able to support the load, which can cause the wheels to bend or break while in use.
Consequence
Bent or broken wheels can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The affected vehicles have been contained by the manufacturer, and therefore no owners will be notified. Dealers will replace the wheels, free of charge. The recall began january 29, 2021. Owners may contact volvo trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo trucks number for this recall is 21e-007.
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 - WHEELS:HUBCAP/COVER
Posted on: 2021-06-03
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2021-2022 vah, vdh, vnl, and vnr vehicles. The hubcap compression spring can cause the hubcap to separate.
Consequence
A separated hubcap can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy is still under development. In the interim, dealers will remove the hubcap, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters are expected to be mailed july 23, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 12, 2021. Owners may contact volvo trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Mack's number for this recall is rvxx 2102.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #5 - WHEELS:HUB
Posted on: 2021-06-03
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2021-2022 vah, vdh, vnl, and vnr vehicles. The hubcap compression spring can cause the hubcap to separate.
Consequence
A separated hubcap can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy is still under development. In the interim, dealers will remove the hubcap, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters are expected to be mailed july 23, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 12, 2021. Owners may contact volvo trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Mack's number for this recall is rvxx 2102.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #6 - WHEELS:HUBCAP/COVER
Posted on: 2021-06-03
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2021-2022 vah, vdh, vnl, and vnr vehicles. The hubcap compression spring can cause the hubcap to separate.
Consequence
A separated hubcap can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy is still under development. In the interim, dealers will remove the hubcap, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters are expected to be mailed july 23, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 12, 2021. Owners may contact volvo trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Mack's number for this recall is rvxx 2102.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #7 - WHEELS:HUB
Posted on: 2021-06-03
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2021-2022 vah, vdh, vnl, and vnr vehicles. The hubcap compression spring can cause the hubcap to separate.
Consequence
A separated hubcap can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
The remedy is still under development. In the interim, dealers will remove the hubcap, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters are expected to be mailed july 23, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 12, 2021. Owners may contact volvo trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Mack's number for this recall is rvxx 2102.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #8 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Posted on: 2021-10-07
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2022 vnl vehicles. The electronic control unit software may allow the transmission to shift into neutral unexpectedly.
Consequence
An unexpected shift to neutral can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reprogram the electronic control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on november 01, 2021. Owners may contact volvo trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo trucks' number for this recall is rvxx2104.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #9 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Posted on: 2021-10-07
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2022 vnl vehicles. The electronic control unit software may allow the transmission to shift into neutral unexpectedly.
Consequence
An unexpected shift to neutral can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reprogram the electronic control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on november 01, 2021. Owners may contact volvo trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo trucks' number for this recall is rvxx2104.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #10 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
Posted on: 2022-12-06
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vnl vehicles. The air tank bracket fasteners were excessively tightened and may have broken.
Consequence
Broken fasteners may allow the air tank to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 21, 2022. Owners may contact volvo trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo trucks' number for this recall is rvxx2205.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #11 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Posted on: 2022-12-06
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2023 vnl vehicles. The air tank bracket fasteners were excessively tightened and may have broken.
Consequence
Broken fasteners may allow the air tank to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed december 21, 2022. Owners may contact volvo trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo trucks' number for this recall is rvxx2205.
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.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #12 - VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Posted on: 2023-07-25
Description
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2024 vnr, vnl, vhd, and vah trucks. The windshield wiper motor gears may wear prematurely, causing the motor to fail.
Consequence
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed september 15, 2023. Owners may contact volvo trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo trucks number for this recall is rvxx2309.
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.nhtsa.gov.