VOLVO VNM 2013: SUSPENSION:FRONT
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V467000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| VOLVO | VNM | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2016-08-01 | 2016-06-27 | 2016-06-27 |
Production Dates: 2012-04-16 - 2012-05-04
Manufacturers Involved: Volvo Trucks North America
Manufacturer Campaign Number: RVXX1605
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 129
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Volvo Trucks North America, "Volvo" is recalling certain model year 2013 VNM and VNL trucks manufactured April 16, 2012, to May 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with certain Meritor FF967 non-drive front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated.
The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers. The affected axles will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1605.
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.
