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Volvo VN Recall 24V503: Steering Tie Rod Can Break Loose, Risking Crashes

NHTSA campaign 24V503, reported July 2, 2024, 12 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain steerable lift axle suspension assemblies on these trucks may have a tie rod assembly ball stud that was improperly heat treated. The ball stud can fail and separate from the vehicle, which can turn it into a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Authorized dealers will inspect the tie rod end assemblies and replace them as needed, at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. If you have questions, you can contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586 and reference recall RVXX2405. You can also check your VIN for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 24V503Volvo Trucks North America
Component
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Problem
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025 VN and VHD trucks equipped with Composilite EXS20 steerable lift axle suspension assemblies. The tie rod assembly ball stud could have been improperly heat treated and can fail.
Risk
The ball stud can separate from the vehicle becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the tie rod end assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 15, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2405.
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.

Affected vehicles

Volvo VHD2025
Volvo VN2025