VOLVO VNL 2015: SUSPENSION:FRONT

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 19V617000

Make Model Year
VOLVO VNL 2015
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2019-09-27 2019-08-21 2019-08-22

Production Dates: 2014-06-04 - 2014-06-11

Manufacturers Involved: Volvo Trucks North America

Manufacturer Campaign Number: RVXX1905

Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 20

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Volvo Trucks North America "Volvo Trucks" is recalling certain 2015 VNL vehicles equipped with Meritor FF967 Non-Drive Front Steer axles. The axles missed the heat treating operation during manufacturing, reducing their strength and possibly causing the axle beams to fracture.

Consequence

Fracture of the axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo Trucks will notify the affected vehicle owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 27, 2019. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX1905.

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.