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- ENGINE
- Problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022 VNL vehicles equipped with Cummins X15 diesel engines. The capscrews that attach the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, allowing the flywheel to detach.
- Risk
- A detached flywheel can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, driveline pieces may be ejected from the engine compartment, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- The affected vehicles are still within the manufacturer's control. The Volvo Trucks manufacturing facility will properly torque the capscrews and inspect for possible damage and, if necessary, repair any damage found, free of charge. The recall began January 5, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586.
- 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 vehicles have engine flywheel capscrews that may not have been torqued correctly during assembly. If the flywheel detaches from the crankshaft, the vehicle can lose drive power, which increases the risk of a crash. Driveline parts may also be ejected from the engine compartment, creating a risk of injury.
The affected vehicles are still under the manufacturer's control. The Volvo Trucks manufacturing facility will properly torque the capscrews, inspect for possible damage, and repair any damage found, all at no cost to the owner. The recall began January 5, 2021. Owners can contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586, and should also check their VIN for open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo VNL | 2022 |
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