VOLVO VHD 2021: STEERING

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 20V535000

Make Model Year
VOLVO VHD 2021
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2020-09-28 2020-09-02 2020-09-03

Manufacturers Involved: Volvo Trucks North America

Manufacturer Campaign Number: RVXX 2003

Component: STEERING

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 12

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Volvo Trucks North America "Volvo Trucks" is recalling certain 2021 VNL, VHD, and VNR vehicles. The king pin nut may not have been installed or properly tightened during axle assembly.

Consequence

If the king pin is missing or not tightened properly, the knuckle may separate from the axle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to make sure that the king pin nut is installed and that it properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1522. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX 2003.

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.