Recall
Volvo Vnl — 16V467000
NHTSA ID
16V467000
Make
Volvo
Model
Vnl
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2016-06-27
Component
STEERING
Units Affected
129
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
RVXX1605
Summary
Volvo Trucks North America, (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013 VNM and VNL trucks manufactured April 16, 2012, to May 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with certain Meritor FF967 non-drive front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated.
Consequence
The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers. The affected axles will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1605.