2013 VOLVO VNM RECALL - #16V467000
RECALL FOR STEERING
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2013 VOLVO VNM |
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| Manufacturer |
Volvo Trucks North America |
| Manufactured between |
4/16/2012 - 5/4/2012 |
| Recalled on |
6/27/2016 |
| Influenced by |
Volvo Trucks North America |
| Owners Notified on |
8/1/2016 |
| # Affected |
129 |
| Recalled for |
STEERING |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2013 VOLVO VNM Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, SUPPLY, CHECK VALVE
2013 VOLVO VNM Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, 12V/24V/48V BATTERY
2013 VOLVO VNM Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, 12V/24V/48V BATTERY, CABLES
2013 VOLVO VNM Recall for POWER TRAIN, CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
2013 VOLVO VNM Recall for ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE
2013 VOLVO VNM Recall for ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE
2013 VOLVO VNM Recall for SERVICE BRAKES
2013 VOLVO VNM Recall for TRAILER HITCHES, FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
2013 VOLVO VNM Recall for SUSPENSION, FRONT
2013 VOLVO VNM Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
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