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- STEERING
- Problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2021 VNL and VNR trucks. The steering gear fasteners may have not been properly tightened.
- Risk
- The loose fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the steering gear fasteners to specification, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2001.
- 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
Some 2020-2021 Volvo heavy-duty trucks may have steering gear fasteners that were not properly tightened during assembly. Loose fasteners can lead to a loss of vehicle control, which raises the risk of a crash.
If you own or operate an affected truck, Volvo Trucks will notify you directly. Dealers will tighten the steering gear fasteners to specification at no cost to you. You can also contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 800-528-6586 with recall number RVXX2001, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo VNL | 20202021 |
|---|---|
| Volvo VNR | 20202021 |