CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
- Problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2021 VNL and VNR buses. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the rear drive axles stated on the Federal Certification Label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
- Risk
- If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2002.
- 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 2018-2021 Volvo VNL and VNR trucks have a Federal Certification Label that lists a rear drive axle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) higher than the rating of the wheel hubs. The vehicles therefore do not meet the federal certification requirements in 49 CFR Part 567.
If the rear axles are loaded beyond what the wheel hubs can handle, the hubs may fail prematurely over time, which increases the risk of a crash.
Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels at no cost. Owners can contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586 and reference recall number RVXX2002. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo VNL | 2018201920202021 |
|---|---|
| Volvo VNR | 2018201920202021 |