CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2015-2017 VHD trucks. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the pusher or tag axle may be incorrect on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- Risk
- If the GAWR information is incorrect, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners and provide a corrected label along with instructions on how to properly affix the new label to their vehicle, free of charge. The recall began June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1701.
- 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 2015-2017 Volvo VHD trucks may have an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the pusher or tag axle on the certification label. The vehicles also do not comply with federal certification requirements under 49 CFR Part 567.
If the axle weight information is wrong, the operator may load the truck beyond what its axles are rated to carry, which increases the risk of a crash. Volvo will notify owners and send a corrected label along with instructions for affixing it to the vehicle, at no cost.
Owners can contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586 about this recall, referenced as RVXX1701. Check your vehicle's VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your truck is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo VHD | 201520162017 |
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