VOLVO N12 1987: SUSPENSION:FRONT:KING PIN
General Information
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 87V081000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| VOLVO | N12 | 1987 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 1987-06-11 | 1987-06-01 | 1987-06-09 |
Production Dates: 1985-10-01 - 1987-03-01
Manufacturers Involved: Volvo Trucks North America
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:KING PIN
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2132
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Summary
THE TAPERED KING PIN MAY HAVE BEEN BROKEN SHORTLY AFTER ASSEMBLY INTO THE AXLE.
Consequence
KING PIN COULD WORK LOOSE, CAUSING ERRATIC STEERINGWHICH COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND A CRASH.
Remedy
REPAIR TO CORRECT BROKEN KING PIN CONDITION.
Notes
SYSTEM: KING PIN.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS WITH GVWR OF 24,500.
