CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING; SUSPENSION:FRONT
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2013 Volvo VNL and VNM trucks built between April 16, 2012 and May 4, 2012 have Meritor FF967 front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated. The affected axles can fracture while driving.
A fractured front steer axle can cause a loss of vehicle control and increases the risk of a crash. If you own an affected truck, dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers, and any affected axles will be replaced free of charge.
Volvo will notify owners directly. You can also contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586 and reference recall number RVXX1605. Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo VNL | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Volvo VNM | 2013 |