CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING
- Problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024 VNL, VHD, and VNR trucks. The fastener that connects two steering components, the pitman arm and draglink, may be loose, which can cause the connection to fail and result in a loss of steering control.
- Risk
- A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the castle nuts and install new cotter pins, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 4, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2311.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
A fastener (castle nut) connecting the pitman arm and draglink in the steering system may be loose. If the connection fails, the driver can lose steering control, which increases the risk of a crash.
The repair is free. Authorized dealers will inspect and tighten the castle nuts and install new cotter pins. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 4, 2023. You can also contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586, referencing recall number RVXX2311.
If you own one of these trucks, check your VIN for open recalls and schedule the free inspection with an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo VHD | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Volvo VNL | 2024 |
| Volvo VNR | 2024 |