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Automobile Manufacturer Recall Data - Volvo Recalls 
Posted: 08-15-2008 | |
| C30 C70 S40 S60 S80 V40 V50 V70 VH VHD VHD84B VN VNL VNM VT WX WXLL XC70 XC90 | |
| C30 RECALLS | Top |
| 2009 VOLVO C30 Manufactured between: 04/14/2008 and 05/27/2008 Defect: volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. a section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (cured) and does not meet specifications. if the power steering return hose fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur. Consequence: this can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 07/23/2008 | |
| 2008 VOLVO C30 Manufactured between: 04/14/2008 and 05/27/2008 Defect: volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. a section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (cured) and does not meet specifications. if the power steering return hose fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur. Consequence: this can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 07/23/2008 | |
| 2007 VOLVO C30 Manufactured between: 01/18/2007 and 03/03/2007 Defect: volvo is recalling 1,114 my 2007 c30, c70, s40, and v50 passenger vehicles. a soft anodized layer in the master cylinder may trigger early wear on a rubber seal that can result in internal leakage of brake fluid. if affected, the driver may experience reduced brake performance when applying and maintaining force of the brake pedal. Consequence: the capacity to brake will gradually deteriorate forcing the driver to use a higher than expected force on the brake pedal when compared to an intact brake system. the deterioration can eventually result in complete loss of the brake system functionality increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect the master cylinder. the brake master cylinder and brake fluid reservoir will be replaced and certain brake lines cleaned free of charge. the recall began on march 11, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 03/05/2008 | |
| C70 RECALLS | Top |
| 2009 VOLVO C70 Manufactured between: 08/05/2008 and 05/14/2008 Defect: volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. a section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (cured) and does not meet specifications. if the power steering return hose fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur. Consequence: this can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 07/23/2008 | |
| 2008 VOLVO C70 Manufactured between: 04/14/2008 and 05/27/2008 Defect: volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. a section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (cured) and does not meet specifications. if the power steering return hose fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur. Consequence: this can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 07/23/2008 | |
| 2007 VOLVO C70 Manufactured between: 02/19/2007 and 03/12/2007 Defect: volvo is recalling 1,114 my 2007 c30, c70, s40, and v50 passenger vehicles. a soft anodized layer in the master cylinder may trigger early wear on a rubber seal that can result in internal leakage of brake fluid. if affected, the driver may experience reduced brake performance when applying and maintaining force of the brake pedal. Consequence: the capacity to brake will gradually deteriorate forcing the driver to use a higher than expected force on the brake pedal when compared to an intact brake system. the deterioration can eventually result in complete loss of the brake system functionality increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect the master cylinder. the brake master cylinder and brake fluid reservoir will be replaced and certain brake lines cleaned free of charge. the recall began on march 11, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 03/05/2008 | |
| 2007 VOLVO C70 Manufactured between: 10/05/2006 and 03/13/2007 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, an incorrect temporary assembly instruction resulted in an incorrect assembly of the left door handle bowden cable attachment. Consequence: this incorrect assembly may result in the left door not meeting certain legal requirements at a certain crash scenario. Action: dealers will adjust the left door bowden cable by removing an existing cable tie and placing the bowden cable in its designated position free of charge. the recall began on june 29, 2007. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 05/23/2007 | |
| S40 RECALLS | Top |
| 2009 VOLVO S40 Manufactured between: 04/14/2008 and 05/27/2008 Defect: volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. a section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (cured) and does not meet specifications. if the power steering return hose fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur. Consequence: this can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 07/23/2008 | |
| 2008 VOLVO S40 Manufactured between: 04/14/2008 and 05/27/2008 Defect: volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. a section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (cured) and does not meet specifications. if the power steering return hose fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur. Consequence: this can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 07/23/2008 | |
| 2007 VOLVO S40 Manufactured between: 01/18/2007 and 03/03/2007 Defect: volvo is recalling 1,114 my 2007 c30, c70, s40, and v50 passenger vehicles. a soft anodized layer in the master cylinder may trigger early wear on a rubber seal that can result in internal leakage of brake fluid. if affected, the driver may experience reduced brake performance when applying and maintaining force of the brake pedal. Consequence: the capacity to brake will gradually deteriorate forcing the driver to use a higher than expected force on the brake pedal when compared to an intact brake system. the deterioration can eventually result in complete loss of the brake system functionality increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect the master cylinder. the brake master cylinder and brake fluid reservoir will be replaced and certain brake lines cleaned free of charge. the recall began on march 11, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 03/05/2008 | |
| 2006 VOLVO S40 Manufactured between: 11/18/2002 and 08/22/2005 Defect: on certain vehicles sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, reoccurring, long-term exposure to certain environmental conditions such as salty-wet conditions, it is possible for the pump electronic module (pem) to become corroded internally. this can cause a faulty signal to the fuel pump, resulting in low or no fuel pressure to the engine. Consequence: if this occurs, the check engine light may illuminate. in some cases, the vehicle may fail to start or may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pem and install it in a new location to prevent corrosion. the recall began on february 20, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 01/28/2008 | |
| 2006 VOLVO S40 Manufactured between: 12/06/2002 and 06/15/2005 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles equipped with t5 turbo engines, the polyamide tube in the fuel line is sensitive to the extreme temperatures that may occur in the area where the turbo/exhaust manifold is located. Consequence: this may potentially result in fuel line leakage. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will change the fuel line material to teflon free of charge. the recall began on june 5, 2006. owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 04/24/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO S40 Manufactured between: 11/18/2002 and 08/22/2005 Defect: on certain vehicles sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, reoccurring, long-term exposure to certain environmental conditions such as salty-wet conditions, it is possible for the pump electronic module (pem) to become corroded internally. this can cause a faulty signal to the fuel pump, resulting in low or no fuel pressure to the engine. Consequence: if this occurs, the check engine light may illuminate. in some cases, the vehicle may fail to start or may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pem and install it in a new location to prevent corrosion. the recall began on february 20, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 01/28/2008 | |
| 2005 VOLVO S40 Manufactured between: 12/06/2002 and 06/15/2005 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles equipped with t5 turbo engines, the polyamide tube in the fuel line is sensitive to the extreme temperatures that may occur in the area where the turbo/exhaust manifold is located. Consequence: this may potentially result in fuel line leakage. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will change the fuel line material to teflon free of charge. the recall began on june 5, 2006. owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 04/24/2006 | |
| 2004 VOLVO S40 Manufactured between: 11/18/2002 and 08/22/2005 Defect: on certain vehicles sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, reoccurring, long-term exposure to certain environmental conditions such as salty-wet conditions, it is possible for the pump electronic module (pem) to become corroded internally. this can cause a faulty signal to the fuel pump, resulting in low or no fuel pressure to the engine. Consequence: if this occurs, the check engine light may illuminate. in some cases, the vehicle may fail to start or may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pem and install it in a new location to prevent corrosion. the recall began on february 20, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 01/28/2008 | |
| 2004 VOLVO S40 Manufactured between: 12/06/2002 and 06/15/2005 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles equipped with t5 turbo engines, the polyamide tube in the fuel line is sensitive to the extreme temperatures that may occur in the area where the turbo/exhaust manifold is located. Consequence: this may potentially result in fuel line leakage. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will change the fuel line material to teflon free of charge. the recall began on june 5, 2006. owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 04/24/2006 | |
| 2004 VOLVO S40 Manufactured between: 09/17/2003 and 11/25/2003 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the non-return valve may crack due to a poor weld causing a vacuum leak. Consequence: if this occurs, more brake pedal force may be required to stop the vehicle and/or may experience a rough engine idle, which could result in a crash. Action: dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the vacuum hose. the recall began on november 29, 2004. owners should contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 10/14/2004 | |
| 2004 VOLVO S40 Manufactured between: 05/07/2002 and 05/05/2003 Defect: on certain sedans and station wagons, there may be a fuel leak from the fuel rail due to inadequate welding. Consequence: fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. Action: dealers will install a v-clamp to the fuel rail. owner notification began on january 28, 2004. owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 10/24/2003 | |
| 2004 VOLVO S40 Manufactured between: 01/30/2003 and 07/04/2003 Defect: certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the second isofix guide was not installed in these vehicles and, in certain cases, the owner¿s manual isofix information is incorrect. Consequence: this does not meet the requirements of the standard. Action: owners will receive a letter/package consisting of the second isofix guide with installation instructions, and in certain cases, the corrected owner¿s manual may be provided. if the owner wants to take their vehicle to a volvo dealer for installation of the guide, it will be performed at no charge to the owner. owner notification began on december 19, 2003. owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 08/01/2003 | |
| S60 RECALLS | Top |
| 2006 VOLVO S60 Manufactured between: 08/17/2004 and 12/12/2005 Defect: certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, ¿tire selection and rims.¿ the label denoting the tire and loading pressure information is incorrect. Consequence: a misprinted label would lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will mail the correct labels free of charge. the recall began on december 18, 2006. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 10/03/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO S60 Manufactured between: 08/17/2004 and 12/12/2005 Defect: certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, ¿tire selection and rims.¿ the label denoting the tire and loading pressure information is incorrect. Consequence: a misprinted label would lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will mail the correct labels free of charge. the recall began on december 18, 2006. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 10/03/2006 | |
| 2004 VOLVO S60 Manufactured between: 02/24/2003 and 03/26/2004 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pressure sensor located on the left end of the fuel rail may, at times, transmit incorrect signal regarding the fuel pressure to the engine control module. if the signal is outside of the pre-programmed allowable limits, a diagnostic trouble code may be set and the check engine light will come on. the soldered joints on the circuit board of the fuel pressure sensor may crack due to temperature changes and excessive vibrations. Consequence: misfire may occur during driving that, in turn, will reduce the engine torque and in the worst case scenario, the engine may stall without warning. in certain traffic situations this could cause an unsafe situation and possibly a crash. Action: dealers will replace the fuel pressure sensor free of charge. the recall began on june 29, 2007. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 06/05/2007 | |
| 2004 VOLVO S60 Manufactured between: 03/31/2003 and 10/06/2003 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the front control arms may not have been manufactured correctly and, as a result, the stud and nut that secure the arm to the spindle may lose their initial axial tension. under certain driving conditions, the steering may become less responsive and the driver may experience steering wheel play. Consequence: this driving condition could eventually lead to separation between the front control arm and the spindle, which could result in a crash. Action: dealers will install a new type of nut. owner notification began on february 16, 2004. owners should contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 01/16/2004 | |
| S80 RECALLS | Top |
| 2008 VOLVO S80 Manufactured between: 03/03/2008 and 04/15/2008 Defect: volvo is recalling 102 my 2008 xc90 and s80 vehicles equipped with v8 engines. these vehicles may have been built with incorrect bolts to the engine mount. Consequence: the aluminum bracket for the engine mount could break due to lack of adequate clamping force. this could cause the engine to come in contact with the sub-frame, ultimately resulting in a reduced engine torque or stalling of the engine without prior warning, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect the engine mount bolts for specific markings. if any of the bolts contain the incorrect markings, the bracket and bolts will be replaced. all owners have been contacted and arrangements have been made to repair these vehicles. Recall Date: 05/06/2008 | |
| 2006 VOLVO S80 Manufactured between: 05/16/2005 and 11/28/2005 Defect: certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, ¿tire selection and rims.¿ the label denoting the tire and loading pressure information is incorrect. Consequence: a misprinted label would lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will mail the correct labels free of charge. the recall began on december 18, 2006. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 10/03/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO S80 Manufactured between: 05/16/2005 and 11/28/2005 Defect: certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, ¿tire selection and rims.¿ the label denoting the tire and loading pressure information is incorrect. Consequence: a misprinted label would lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will mail the correct labels free of charge. the recall began on december 18, 2006. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 10/03/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO S80 Manufactured between: 07/02/2004 and 06/04/2005 Defect: on certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, due to an error in the factory assembly instruction, the b+terminal may be in conflict with the starter motor solenoid. if this occurs, the conflict between the b+terminal and the starter motor solenoid may develop into a short circuit of the battery cable to ground. Consequence: smoke may appear from under the hood and it may be impossible to start the car. if the short circuit happens during driving, electrical power could be lost resulting in the warning lamps being deactivated. an electrical short could result in a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and increase distance between the b+terminal and the starter motor solenoid by adjusting the terminal. the recall began on january 31, 2006. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 11/17/2005 | |
| 2004 VOLVO S80 Manufactured between: 03/31/2003 and 10/06/2003 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the front control arms may not have been manufactured correctly and, as a result, the stud and nut that secure the arm to the spindle may lose their initial axial tension. under certain driving conditions, the steering may become less responsive and the driver may experience steering wheel play. Consequence: this driving condition could eventually lead to separation between the front control arm and the spindle, which could result in a crash. Action: dealers will install a new type of nut. owner notification began on february 16, 2004. owners should contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 01/16/2004 | |
| V40 RECALLS | Top |
| 2004 VOLVO V40 Manufactured between: 09/17/2003 and 11/25/2003 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the non-return valve may crack due to a poor weld causing a vacuum leak. Consequence: if this occurs, more brake pedal force may be required to stop the vehicle and/or may experience a rough engine idle, which could result in a crash. Action: dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the vacuum hose. the recall began on november 29, 2004. owners should contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 10/14/2004 | |
| 2004 VOLVO V40 Manufactured between: 05/07/2002 and 05/05/2003 Defect: on certain sedans and station wagons, there may be a fuel leak from the fuel rail due to inadequate welding. Consequence: fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. Action: dealers will install a v-clamp to the fuel rail. owner notification began on january 28, 2004. owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 10/24/2003 | |
| 2004 VOLVO V40 Manufactured between: 01/30/2003 and 07/04/2003 Defect: certain passenger cars fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the second isofix guide was not installed in these vehicles and, in certain cases, the owner¿s manual isofix information is incorrect. Consequence: this does not meet the requirements of the standard. Action: owners will receive a letter/package consisting of the second isofix guide with installation instructions, and in certain cases, the corrected owner¿s manual may be provided. if the owner wants to take their vehicle to a volvo dealer for installation of the guide, it will be performed at no charge to the owner. owner notification began on december 19, 2003. owners should contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 08/01/2003 | |
| V50 RECALLS | Top |
| 2009 VOLVO V50 Manufactured between: 04/14/2008 and 05/27/2008 Defect: volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. a section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (cured) and does not meet specifications. if the power steering return hose fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur. Consequence: this can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 07/23/2008 | |
| 2008 VOLVO V50 Manufactured between: 04/14/2008 and 05/27/2008 Defect: volvo is recalling my 2008-2009 vehicles. a section of the power steering return line hose was not properly vulcanized (cured) and does not meet specifications. if the power steering return hose fails, a sudden rupture of the hose can occur. Consequence: this can result in a rapid drainage of the power steering fluid in the system and a complete loss of power assistance, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the steering return line hose assembly free of charge. the recall is expected to begin during july 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 07/23/2008 | |
| 2008 VOLVO V50 Manufactured between: 02/11/2008 and 03/11/2008 Defect: volvo is recalling 7 my 2008 v50 passenger vehicles equipped with roof rails. bolts have been found to be out of specification. this has caused less tread length on the bolts which in turn has lead to insufficient clamping force in the joint due to the washer getting stuck when tightening the bolts. Consequence: when carrying roof cargo, the rails may come loose during heavy braking and/or sudden stops increasing the possibility of a crash. Action: due to the limited number of vehicles involved, owners have been notified and will have the roof rail bolts replaced free of charge. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 04/28/2008 | |
| 2007 VOLVO V50 Manufactured between: 01/18/2007 and 03/03/2007 Defect: volvo is recalling 1,114 my 2007 c30, c70, s40, and v50 passenger vehicles. a soft anodized layer in the master cylinder may trigger early wear on a rubber seal that can result in internal leakage of brake fluid. if affected, the driver may experience reduced brake performance when applying and maintaining force of the brake pedal. Consequence: the capacity to brake will gradually deteriorate forcing the driver to use a higher than expected force on the brake pedal when compared to an intact brake system. the deterioration can eventually result in complete loss of the brake system functionality increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect the master cylinder. the brake master cylinder and brake fluid reservoir will be replaced and certain brake lines cleaned free of charge. the recall began on march 11, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 03/05/2008 | |
| 2006 VOLVO V50 Manufactured between: 02/04/2003 and 08/22/2005 Defect: on certain vehicles sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, reoccurring, long-term exposure to certain environmental conditions such as salty-wet conditions, it is possible for the pump electronic module (pem) to become corroded internally. this can cause a faulty signal to the fuel pump, resulting in low or no fuel pressure to the engine. Consequence: if this occurs, the check engine light may illuminate. in some cases, the vehicle may fail to start or may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pem and install it in a new location to prevent corrosion. the recall began on february 20, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 01/28/2008 | |
| 2006 VOLVO V50 Manufactured between: 02/21/2003 and 06/15/2005 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles equipped with t5 turbo engines, the polyamide tube in the fuel line is sensitive to the extreme temperatures that may occur in the area where the turbo/exhaust manifold is located. Consequence: this may potentially result in fuel line leakage. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will change the fuel line material to teflon free of charge. the recall began on june 5, 2006. owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 04/24/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO V50 Manufactured between: 02/04/2003 and 08/22/2005 Defect: on certain vehicles sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, reoccurring, long-term exposure to certain environmental conditions such as salty-wet conditions, it is possible for the pump electronic module (pem) to become corroded internally. this can cause a faulty signal to the fuel pump, resulting in low or no fuel pressure to the engine. Consequence: if this occurs, the check engine light may illuminate. in some cases, the vehicle may fail to start or may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pem and install it in a new location to prevent corrosion. the recall began on february 20, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 01/28/2008 | |
| 2005 VOLVO V50 Manufactured between: 02/21/2003 and 06/15/2005 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles equipped with t5 turbo engines, the polyamide tube in the fuel line is sensitive to the extreme temperatures that may occur in the area where the turbo/exhaust manifold is located. Consequence: this may potentially result in fuel line leakage. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will change the fuel line material to teflon free of charge. the recall began on june 5, 2006. owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 04/24/2006 | |
| 2004 VOLVO V50 Manufactured between: 02/04/2003 and 08/22/2005 Defect: on certain vehicles sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia, reoccurring, long-term exposure to certain environmental conditions such as salty-wet conditions, it is possible for the pump electronic module (pem) to become corroded internally. this can cause a faulty signal to the fuel pump, resulting in low or no fuel pressure to the engine. Consequence: if this occurs, the check engine light may illuminate. in some cases, the vehicle may fail to start or may stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pem and install it in a new location to prevent corrosion. the recall began on february 20, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 01/28/2008 | |
| 2004 VOLVO V50 Manufactured between: 02/21/2003 and 06/15/2005 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles equipped with t5 turbo engines, the polyamide tube in the fuel line is sensitive to the extreme temperatures that may occur in the area where the turbo/exhaust manifold is located. Consequence: this may potentially result in fuel line leakage. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire. Action: dealers will change the fuel line material to teflon free of charge. the recall began on june 5, 2006. owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 04/24/2006 | |
| V70 RECALLS | Top |
| 2008 VOLVO V70 Manufactured between: 05/15/2007 and 10/16/2007 Defect: certain vehicles equipped with rear integrated booster seats fail to comply with the labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 213, "child restraint systems." labels on the affected vehicles are missing warning information indicating that 'death or serious injury can occur' if the manufacturer's instructions are not followed when using child restraint systems. Consequence: this standard specifies requirements for child restraint systems used in motor vehicles and aircraft for the purpose of reducing the number of children killed or injured in motor vehicle crashes and in aircraft. Action: dealers will install a new label with the correct warning information. the recall began on february 20, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 01/28/2008 | |
| 2006 VOLVO V70 Manufactured between: 05/17/2005 and 11/30/2007 Defect: certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, ¿tire selection and rims.¿ the label denoting the tire and loading pressure information is incorrect. Consequence: a misprinted label would lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will mail the correct labels free of charge. the recall began on december 18, 2006. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 10/03/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO V70 Manufactured between: 05/16/2005 and 10/03/2005 Defect: certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, ¿tire selection and rims.¿ the label denoting the tire and loading pressure information is incorrect. Consequence: a misprinted label would lead to improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation which could result in a tire failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will mail the correct labels free of charge. the recall began on december 18, 2006. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 10/03/2006 | |
| 2004 VOLVO V70 Manufactured between: 05/06/2002 and 06/05/2003 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pressure sensor located on the left end of the fuel rail may, at times, transmit incorrect signal regarding the fuel pressure to the engine control module. if the signal is outside of the pre-programmed allowable limits, a diagnostic trouble code may be set and the check engine light will come on. the soldered joints on the circuit board of the fuel pressure sensor may crack due to temperature changes and excessive vibrations. Consequence: misfire may occur during driving that, in turn, will reduce the engine torque and in the worst case scenario, the engine may stall without warning. in certain traffic situations this could cause an unsafe situation and possibly a crash. Action: dealers will replace the fuel pressure sensor free of charge. the recall began on june 29, 2007. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 06/05/2007 | |
| 2004 VOLVO V70 Manufactured between: 03/31/2003 and 10/06/2003 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, the front control arms may not have been manufactured correctly and, as a result, the stud and nut that secure the arm to the spindle may lose their initial axial tension. under certain driving conditions, the steering may become less responsive and the driver may experience steering wheel play. Consequence: this driving condition could eventually lead to separation between the front control arm and the spindle, which could result in a crash. Action: dealers will install a new type of nut. owner notification began on february 16, 2004. owners should contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 01/16/2004 | |
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| 2006 VOLVO VH Manufactured between: 02/21/2005 and 03/23/2005 Defect: on certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with accuride aluminum wheels, the wheels were not properly pre-stressed. this allows cracks to develop over time. Consequence: this may eventually lead to wheel failure and possibly result in a vehicle crash. Action: dealers will replace the wheels free of charge. the recall began on june 30, 2005 owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 04/22/2005 | |
| 2005 VOLVO VH Manufactured between: 02/01/2004 and 11/30/2004 Defect: on certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, equipped with holland air suspension systems, a transverse beam casting may fracture under normal loads. if a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension?s transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface. Consequence: this will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies. the recall began on august 26, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/07/2005 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VH Manufactured between: 02/01/2004 and 11/30/2004 Defect: on certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, equipped with holland air suspension systems, a transverse beam casting may fracture under normal loads. if a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension?s transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface. Consequence: this will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies. the recall began on august 26, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/07/2005 | |
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| 2008 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 01/09/2006 and 06/29/2007 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. an over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin. Consequence: there is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. when this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. the recall began on january 28, 2008. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 10/23/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 03/12/2007 and 05/11/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the hood restraint cylinder does not contain enough dampening to adequately restrain the hood. Consequence: the cylinders could possibly separate, which would leave the hood unrestrained when opening and closing the hood. Action: dealers will replace the hood restraint cylinders free of charge. the recall began on october 15, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 09/10/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 12/05/2006 and 03/07/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating element. Consequence: if the condition exists and the key is left on without fuel in the filter, the heating element may heat to a point where a flame becomes present at the tip of the element which could result in a vehicle fire. Action: dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. the recall began on september 10, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/07/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 11/14/2006 and 05/30/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. a lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose. Consequence: if the nut were to come loose, the steering shaft could potentially separate resulting in loss of steering control which could cause a crash. Action: dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. the recall began on august 24, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/24/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 01/09/2006 and 06/29/2007 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. an over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin. Consequence: there is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. when this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. the recall began on january 28, 2008. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 10/23/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 12/05/2006 and 03/07/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating element. Consequence: if the condition exists and the key is left on without fuel in the filter, the heating element may heat to a point where a flame becomes present at the tip of the element which could result in a vehicle fire. Action: dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. the recall began on september 10, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/07/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 11/14/2006 and 05/30/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. a lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose. Consequence: if the nut were to come loose, the steering shaft could potentially separate resulting in loss of steering control which could cause a crash. Action: dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. the recall began on august 24, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/24/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 01/23/2006 and 03/17/2006 Defect: on certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with dana steering shafts, there is a potential that the steering shaft pinch bolt hole may be incorrectly located. the pinch bolt fits into a groove in the steering gear input shaft to ensure that the steering shaft does not separate from the steering gear if the pinch bolt comes loose. Consequence: this could potentially lead to steering shaft separation resulting in loss of control of the vehicle if the pinch bolt were to come loose increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect the steering shaft and replace it as required free of charge. the recall began on august 28, 006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 04/04/2006 | |
| 2006 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 12/01/2001 and 06/30/2005 Defect: on certain trucks, the wheel spacer may become distorted from heat which potentially could lead to a loss of clamp that may result in loose wheel nuts. Consequence: if the wheel nuts loosen for any reason, damage to the wheel studs and wheel may occur, and may lead to a complete separation of the wheels from the truck which could result in a vehicle crash. Action: dealers will replace the wheel spacers and the wheel equipment (wheels,studs, and hub) will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary free of charge. the recall began on june 26, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 06/14/2006 | |
| 2006 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 11/01/2002 and 01/31/2006 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break. Consequence: if the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and repair the egr cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. an interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 01/26/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 12/01/2001 and 06/30/2005 Defect: on certain trucks, the wheel spacer may become distorted from heat which potentially could lead to a loss of clamp that may result in loose wheel nuts. Consequence: if the wheel nuts loosen for any reason, damage to the wheel studs and wheel may occur, and may lead to a complete separation of the wheels from the truck which could result in a vehicle crash. Action: dealers will replace the wheel spacers and the wheel equipment (wheels,studs, and hub) will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary free of charge. the recall began on june 26, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 06/14/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 11/01/2002 and 01/31/2006 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break. Consequence: if the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and repair the egr cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. an interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 01/26/2006 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 12/01/2001 and 06/30/2005 Defect: on certain trucks, the wheel spacer may become distorted from heat which potentially could lead to a loss of clamp that may result in loose wheel nuts. Consequence: if the wheel nuts loosen for any reason, damage to the wheel studs and wheel may occur, and may lead to a complete separation of the wheels from the truck which could result in a vehicle crash. Action: dealers will replace the wheel spacers and the wheel equipment (wheels,studs, and hub) will be inspected for damage and replaced if necessary free of charge. the recall began on june 26, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 06/14/2006 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 11/01/2002 and 01/31/2006 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break. Consequence: if the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and repair the egr cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. an interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 01/26/2006 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VHD Manufactured between: 07/01/2000 and 06/11/2004 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with valeo wiper systems, the wiper motor may be susceptive to salt intrusion that could possibly lead to a condition where the connector overheats to a point where the connector could ignite. Consequence: if this occurs, excessive heat and smoke could result in an under hood fire. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the connector plate on the windshield wiper motor. phase 2 of the recall began on november 1, 2004. owners should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 09/17/2004 | |
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| 2005 VOLVO VHD84B Manufactured between: 03/24/2003 and 02/26/2004 Defect: certain trucks equipped with an auxiliary lift axle fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, 'air brake systems.' an auxiliary air tank required for the auxiliary lift axle was not installed. Consequence: during multiple applications of the brake pedal, the stopping distance may increase due to the lack of additional air capacity, which could result in a crash. Action: dealers will install the air tank free of charge. the recall began on june 30, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 04/28/2005 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VHD84B Manufactured between: 03/24/2003 and 02/26/2004 Defect: certain trucks equipped with an auxiliary lift axle fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, 'air brake systems.' an auxiliary air tank required for the auxiliary lift axle was not installed. Consequence: during multiple applications of the brake pedal, the stopping distance may increase due to the lack of additional air capacity, which could result in a crash. Action: dealers will install the air tank free of charge. the recall began on june 30, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 04/28/2005 | |
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| 2007 VOLVO VN Manufactured between: 01/23/2006 and 03/17/2006 Defect: on certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with dana steering shafts, there is a potential that the steering shaft pinch bolt hole may be incorrectly located. the pinch bolt fits into a groove in the steering gear input shaft to ensure that the steering shaft does not separate from the steering gear if the pinch bolt comes loose. Consequence: this could potentially lead to steering shaft separation resulting in loss of control of the vehicle if the pinch bolt were to come loose increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect the steering shaft and replace it as required free of charge. the recall began on august 28, 006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 04/04/2006 | |
| 2006 VOLVO VN Manufactured between: 06/01/2005 and 06/30/2005 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor series 145 and 160 rear drive axles. some of the spindles were overheated during the heat treat process which could result in a fracture of the spindle. Consequence: if a spindle fractures while the vehicle is in motion, it may cause wheel separation, which could, without warning result in a vehicle crash. Action: dealers will inspect the spindle for suspect heat codes and replace the axle if necessary. the recall began on december 12, 2005. owners may contact vovlo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 10/04/2005 | |
| 2006 VOLVO VN Manufactured between: 02/21/2005 and 03/23/2005 Defect: on certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with accuride aluminum wheels, the wheels were not properly pre-stressed. this allows cracks to develop over time. Consequence: this may eventually lead to wheel failure and possibly result in a vehicle crash. Action: dealers will replace the wheels free of charge. the recall began on june 30, 2005 owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 04/22/2005 | |
| 2005 VOLVO VN Manufactured between: 02/01/2004 and 11/30/2004 Defect: on certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, equipped with holland air suspension systems, a transverse beam casting may fracture under normal loads. if a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension?s transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface. Consequence: this will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies. the recall began on august 26, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/07/2005 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VN Manufactured between: 07/01/2000 and 06/11/2004 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with valeo wiper systems, the wiper motor may be susceptive to salt intrusion that could possibly lead to a condition where the connector overheats to a point where the connector could ignite. Consequence: if this occurs, excessive heat and smoke could result in an under hood fire. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the connector plate on the windshield wiper motor. phase 2 of the recall began on november 1, 2004. owners should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 09/17/2004 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VN Manufactured between: 02/02/2004 and 06/30/2004 Defect: on certain trucks, the bolts that retain the universal joint to the yoke at the transmission may not be tightened correctly. Consequence: this can result in the drive shaft coming loose from the transmission, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will remove and install removing new bolts, inspect for cross-threaded bolts, and replace the yoke if necessary. the recall began october 1, 2004. owners should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/12/2004 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VN Manufactured between: 10/01/2002 and 03/31/2004 Defect: on certain trucks, a malfunction in the solenoid valve may allow air to be released to fifth wheel latch when the park brake is engaged. Consequence: this condition could cause the fifth wheel latch to release inadvertently when the park brake is engaged, creating the potential for loss of the trailer. a crash could occur without prior warning. Action: dealers will add an additional solenoid valve in series with the existing pneumatic circuit for the fifth wheel air release. the recall began on august 9, 2004. owners should contact volvo at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/02/2004 | |
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| 2008 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 07/02/2007 and 09/21/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the bolts that attach the steering gear to the frame may not have been tightened to the specified torque. Consequence: loss of steering control could occur increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will tighten the bolts free of charge. the recall began on december 3, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 11/19/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 01/09/2006 and 06/29/2007 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. an over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin. Consequence: there is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. when this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. the recall began on january 28, 2008. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 10/23/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 03/12/2007 and 05/11/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the hood restraint cylinder does not contain enough dampening to adequately restrain the hood. Consequence: the cylinders could possibly separate, which would leave the hood unrestrained when opening and closing the hood. Action: dealers will replace the hood restraint cylinders free of charge. the recall began on october 15, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 09/10/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 12/05/2006 and 03/07/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating element. Consequence: if the condition exists and the key is left on without fuel in the filter, the heating element may heat to a point where a flame becomes present at the tip of the element which could result in a vehicle fire. Action: dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. the recall began on september 10, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/07/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 11/14/2006 and 05/30/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. a lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose. Consequence: if the nut were to come loose, the steering shaft could potentially separate resulting in loss of steering control which could cause a crash. Action: dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. the recall began on august 24, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/24/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 12/01/2006 and 02/28/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the axle housings may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure over time. Consequence: if a fatigue failure occurs and is left unattended, the axle may lock up or the end of the axle could come off, which may result in a vehicle crash. Action: dealers will repair and inspect the axles and replace them free of charge. the recall began on april 9, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 03/16/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 01/09/2006 and 06/29/2007 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. an over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin. Consequence: there is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. when this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. the recall began on january 28, 2008. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 10/23/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 12/05/2006 and 03/07/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating element. Consequence: if the condition exists and the key is left on without fuel in the filter, the heating element may heat to a point where a flame becomes present at the tip of the element which could result in a vehicle fire. Action: dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. the recall began on september 10, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/07/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 11/14/2006 and 05/30/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. a lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose. Consequence: if the nut were to come loose, the steering shaft could potentially separate resulting in loss of steering control which could cause a crash. Action: dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. the recall began on august 24, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/24/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 12/01/2006 and 02/28/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the axle housings may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure over time. Consequence: if a fatigue failure occurs and is left unattended, the axle may lock up or the end of the axle could come off, which may result in a vehicle crash. Action: dealers will repair and inspect the axles and replace them free of charge. the recall began on april 9, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 03/16/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 06/01/2006 and 08/31/2006 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor rpl20 high angle interaxle driveshafts, an improper seated or missing snap ring can result in the bearing cup to separate from the slip yoke sub-assembly. the universal joint cross could then contact the slip yoke casting and eventually cause the ear work to fracture. Consequence: this could result in additional damage to the driveline, the vehicle to which it is attached and ay additional nearby objects. Action: dealers will inspect the driveshafts and replace them as needed. the recall began on october 23, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 10/11/2006 | |
| 2006 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 11/01/2002 and 01/31/2006 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break. Consequence: if the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and repair the egr cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. an interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 01/26/2006 | |
| 2006 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 03/01/2002 and 10/31/2005 Defect: certain trucks equipped with front steer axle air suspension may develop a front wheel wobble when the tires become worn. Consequence: if the wobble persists and is left untreated, damage may occur which could impair vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior notice. Action: dealers will repair and replace the front vertical shocks on each side of the front suspension and add a horizontal stabilizer. the recall began on february 20, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 11/02/2005 | |
| 2006 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 08/04/2003 and 06/23/2005 Defect: certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the tire size designation on the certification label is not shown. Consequence: the certification label is incorrect giving improper information. Action: dealers will replace the certification labels. the recall began on september 12, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/01/2005 | |
| 2005 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 11/01/2002 and 01/31/2006 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break. Consequence: if the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and repair the egr cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. an interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 01/26/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 03/01/2002 and 10/31/2005 Defect: certain trucks equipped with front steer axle air suspension may develop a front wheel wobble when the tires become worn. Consequence: if the wobble persists and is left untreated, damage may occur which could impair vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior notice. Action: dealers will repair and replace the front vertical shocks on each side of the front suspension and add a horizontal stabilizer. the recall began on february 20, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 11/02/2005 | |
| 2005 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 08/04/2003 and 06/23/2005 Defect: certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the tire size designation on the certification label is not shown. Consequence: the certification label is incorrect giving improper information. Action: dealers will replace the certification labels. the recall began on september 12, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/01/2005 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 11/01/2002 and 01/31/2006 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break. Consequence: if the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and repair the egr cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. an interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 01/26/2006 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 03/01/2002 and 10/31/2005 Defect: certain trucks equipped with front steer axle air suspension may develop a front wheel wobble when the tires become worn. Consequence: if the wobble persists and is left untreated, damage may occur which could impair vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior notice. Action: dealers will repair and replace the front vertical shocks on each side of the front suspension and add a horizontal stabilizer. the recall began on february 20, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 11/02/2005 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VNL Manufactured between: 08/04/2003 and 06/23/2005 Defect: certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the tire size designation on the certification label is not shown. Consequence: the certification label is incorrect giving improper information. Action: dealers will replace the certification labels. the recall began on september 12, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/01/2005 | |
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| 2008 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 07/02/2007 and 09/21/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the bolts that attach the steering gear to the frame may not have been tightened to the specified torque. Consequence: loss of steering control could occur increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will tighten the bolts free of charge. the recall began on december 3, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 11/19/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 01/09/2006 and 06/29/2007 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. an over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin. Consequence: there is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. when this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. the recall began on january 28, 2008. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 10/23/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 03/12/2007 and 05/11/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the hood restraint cylinder does not contain enough dampening to adequately restrain the hood. Consequence: the cylinders could possibly separate, which would leave the hood unrestrained when opening and closing the hood. Action: dealers will replace the hood restraint cylinders free of charge. the recall began on october 15, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 09/10/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 12/05/2006 and 03/07/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating element. Consequence: if the condition exists and the key is left on without fuel in the filter, the heating element may heat to a point where a flame becomes present at the tip of the element which could result in a vehicle fire. Action: dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. the recall began on september 10, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/07/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 11/14/2006 and 05/30/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. a lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose. Consequence: if the nut were to come loose, the steering shaft could potentially separate resulting in loss of steering control which could cause a crash. Action: dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. the recall began on august 24, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/24/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 12/01/2006 and 02/28/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the axle housings may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure over time. Consequence: if a fatigue failure occurs and is left unattended, the axle may lock up or the end of the axle could come off, which may result in a vehicle crash. Action: dealers will repair and inspect the axles and replace them free of charge. the recall began on april 9, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 03/16/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 01/09/2006 and 06/29/2007 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. an over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin. Consequence: there is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. when this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. the recall began on january 28, 2008. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 10/23/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 12/05/2006 and 03/07/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating element. Consequence: if the condition exists and the key is left on without fuel in the filter, the heating element may heat to a point where a flame becomes present at the tip of the element which could result in a vehicle fire. Action: dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. the recall began on september 10, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/07/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 11/14/2006 and 05/30/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. a lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose. Consequence: if the nut were to come loose, the steering shaft could potentially separate resulting in loss of steering control which could cause a crash. Action: dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. the recall began on august 24, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/24/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 12/01/2006 and 02/28/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the axle housings may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure over time. Consequence: if a fatigue failure occurs and is left unattended, the axle may lock up or the end of the axle could come off, which may result in a vehicle crash. Action: dealers will repair and inspect the axles and replace them free of charge. the recall began on april 9, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 03/16/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 06/01/2006 and 08/31/2006 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor rpl20 high angle interaxle driveshafts, an improper seated or missing snap ring can result in the bearing cup to separate from the slip yoke sub-assembly. the universal joint cross could then contact the slip yoke casting and eventually cause the ear work to fracture. Consequence: this could result in additional damage to the driveline, the vehicle to which it is attached and ay additional nearby objects. Action: dealers will inspect the driveshafts and replace them as needed. the recall began on october 23, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 10/11/2006 | |
| 2006 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 11/01/2002 and 01/31/2006 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break. Consequence: if the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and repair the egr cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. an interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 01/26/2006 | |
| 2006 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 03/01/2002 and 10/31/2005 Defect: certain trucks equipped with front steer axle air suspension may develop a front wheel wobble when the tires become worn. Consequence: if the wobble persists and is left untreated, damage may occur which could impair vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior notice. Action: dealers will repair and replace the front vertical shocks on each side of the front suspension and add a horizontal stabilizer. the recall began on february 20, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 11/02/2005 | |
| 2006 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 08/04/2003 and 06/23/2005 Defect: certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the tire size designation on the certification label is not shown. Consequence: the certification label is incorrect giving improper information. Action: dealers will replace the certification labels. the recall began on september 12, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/01/2005 | |
| 2005 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 11/01/2002 and 01/31/2006 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break. Consequence: if the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and repair the egr cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. an interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 01/26/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 03/01/2002 and 10/31/2005 Defect: certain trucks equipped with front steer axle air suspension may develop a front wheel wobble when the tires become worn. Consequence: if the wobble persists and is left untreated, damage may occur which could impair vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior notice. Action: dealers will repair and replace the front vertical shocks on each side of the front suspension and add a horizontal stabilizer. the recall began on february 20, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 11/02/2005 | |
| 2005 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 08/04/2003 and 06/23/2005 Defect: certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the tire size designation on the certification label is not shown. Consequence: the certification label is incorrect giving improper information. Action: dealers will replace the certification labels. the recall began on september 12, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/01/2005 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 11/01/2002 and 01/31/2006 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break. Consequence: if the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and repair the egr cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. an interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 01/26/2006 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 03/01/2002 and 10/31/2005 Defect: certain trucks equipped with front steer axle air suspension may develop a front wheel wobble when the tires become worn. Consequence: if the wobble persists and is left untreated, damage may occur which could impair vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior notice. Action: dealers will repair and replace the front vertical shocks on each side of the front suspension and add a horizontal stabilizer. the recall began on february 20, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 11/02/2005 | |
| 2004 VOLVO VNM Manufactured between: 08/04/2003 and 06/23/2005 Defect: certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the tire size designation on the certification label is not shown. Consequence: the certification label is incorrect giving improper information. Action: dealers will replace the certification labels. the recall began on september 12, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/01/2005 | |
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| 2008 VOLVO VT Manufactured between: 07/02/2007 and 09/21/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the bolts that attach the steering gear to the frame may not have been tightened to the specified torque. Consequence: loss of steering control could occur increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will tighten the bolts free of charge. the recall began on december 3, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 11/19/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VT Manufactured between: 01/09/2006 and 06/29/2007 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. an over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin. Consequence: there is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. when this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. the recall began on january 28, 2008. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 10/23/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VT Manufactured between: 03/12/2007 and 05/11/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the hood restraint cylinder does not contain enough dampening to adequately restrain the hood. Consequence: the cylinders could possibly separate, which would leave the hood unrestrained when opening and closing the hood. Action: dealers will replace the hood restraint cylinders free of charge. the recall began on october 15, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 09/10/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VT Manufactured between: 12/05/2006 and 03/07/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating element. Consequence: if the condition exists and the key is left on without fuel in the filter, the heating element may heat to a point where a flame becomes present at the tip of the element which could result in a vehicle fire. Action: dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. the recall began on september 10, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/07/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO VT Manufactured between: 11/14/2006 and 05/30/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. a lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose. Consequence: if the nut were to come loose, the steering shaft could potentially separate resulting in loss of steering control which could cause a crash. Action: dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. the recall began on august 24, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/24/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VT Manufactured between: 01/09/2006 and 06/29/2007 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. an over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin. Consequence: there is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. when this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. the recall began on january 28, 2008. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 10/23/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VT Manufactured between: 12/05/2006 and 03/07/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating element. Consequence: if the condition exists and the key is left on without fuel in the filter, the heating element may heat to a point where a flame becomes present at the tip of the element which could result in a vehicle fire. Action: dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. the recall began on september 10, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/07/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VT Manufactured between: 11/14/2006 and 05/30/2007 Defect: on certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. a lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose. Consequence: if the nut were to come loose, the steering shaft could potentially separate resulting in loss of steering control which could cause a crash. Action: dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. the recall began on august 24, 2007. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/24/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VT Manufactured between: 06/01/2006 and 08/31/2006 Defect: on certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor rpl20 high angle interaxle driveshafts, an improper seated or missing snap ring can result in the bearing cup to separate from the slip yoke sub-assembly. the universal joint cross could then contact the slip yoke casting and eventually cause the ear work to fracture. Consequence: this could result in additional damage to the driveline, the vehicle to which it is attached and ay additional nearby objects. Action: dealers will inspect the driveshafts and replace them as needed. the recall began on october 23, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 10/11/2006 | |
| 2007 VOLVO VT Manufactured between: 01/23/2006 and 03/17/2006 Defect: on certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with dana steering shafts, there is a potential that the steering shaft pinch bolt hole may be incorrectly located. the pinch bolt fits into a groove in the steering gear input shaft to ensure that the steering shaft does not separate from the steering gear if the pinch bolt comes loose. Consequence: this could potentially lead to steering shaft separation resulting in loss of control of the vehicle if the pinch bolt were to come loose increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect the steering shaft and replace it as required free of charge. the recall began on august 28, 006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 04/04/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO VT Manufactured between: 02/01/2004 and 11/30/2004 Defect: on certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, equipped with holland air suspension systems, a transverse beam casting may fracture under normal loads. if a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension?s transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface. Consequence: this will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies. the recall began on august 26, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 07/07/2005 | |
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| 2004 VOLVO WX Manufactured between: 12/17/1997 and 06/27/2003 Defect: on certain heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, the body builder wiring option was mis-wired in such a way that the auto neutral with service brake status option may allow the transmission to go into forward gear without the driver's foot pressing down on the brake pedal first. Consequence: unintended movement of the vehicle could put persons in danger inside and outside the vehicle. Action: volvo trucks will notify its customers and install an additional air operated stop light switch and the necessary wiring changes. owner notification is expected to begin during september 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/22/2003 | |
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| 2004 VOLVO WXLL Manufactured between: 12/17/1997 and 06/27/2003 Defect: on certain heavy-duty class 8 vehicles, the body builder wiring option was mis-wired in such a way that the auto neutral with service brake status option may allow the transmission to go into forward gear without the driver's foot pressing down on the brake pedal first. Consequence: unintended movement of the vehicle could put persons in danger inside and outside the vehicle. Action: volvo trucks will notify its customers and install an additional air operated stop light switch and the necessary wiring changes. owner notification is expected to begin during september 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact at 1-800-528-6586. Recall Date: 08/22/2003 | |
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| 2008 VOLVO XC70 Manufactured between: 04/19/2007 and 10/16/2007 Defect: certain vehicles equipped with rear integrated booster seats fail to comply with the labeling requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 213, "child restraint systems." labels on the affected vehicles are missing warning information indicating that 'death or serious injury can occur' if the manufacturer's instructions are not followed when using child restraint systems. Consequence: this standard specifies requirements for child restraint systems used in motor vehicles and aircraft for the purpose of reducing the number of children killed or injured in motor vehicle crashes and in aircraft. Action: dealers will install a new label with the correct warning information. the recall began on february 20, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 01/28/2008 | |
| 2008 VOLVO XC70 Manufactured between: 04/19/2007 and 09/18/2007 Defect: certain sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the wheel information label located on the rear driver's side door pillar was printed missing the wheel size (rim) information. Consequence: the purpose of this standard is to provide safe operational performance by ensuring that vehicles to which it applies are equipped with tires of adequate size and load rating and with rims of appropriate size and type designation. Action: owners will be provided with a correct certification label and installation instructions. if the owner prefers, a dealer can install the label for them. the recall began on january 31, 2008. owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 12/13/2007 | |
| 2008 VOLVO XC70 Manufactured between: 04/11/2007 and 10/16/2007 Defect: in certain vehicles, two software errors have been found in the supplemental restraint system (srs) control unit software. this may result in a late deployment of the inflatable curtain (ic) and side impact protection system (sips) air bags in certain side impact crash situations. in addition, this software error may also cause the 'srs airbag - service urgent' message and srs warning light to illuminate. Consequence: late deploymentof the ic and sips air bags in certain side impact crash situations could increase the risk of injury to the vehicle occupant. Action: dealers will perform a software upgrade of the srs control unit. the recall began on october 31, 2007. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 10/26/2007 | |
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| 2008 VOLVO XC90 Manufactured between: 03/03/2008 and 03/13/2008 Defect: volvo is recalling 102 my 2008 xc90 and s80 vehicles equipped with v8 engines. these vehicles may have been built with incorrect bolts to the engine mount. Consequence: the aluminum bracket for the engine mount could break due to lack of adequate clamping force. this could cause the engine to come in contact with the sub-frame, ultimately resulting in a reduced engine torque or stalling of the engine without prior warning, increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will inspect the engine mount bolts for specific markings. if any of the bolts contain the incorrect markings, the bracket and bolts will be replaced. all owners have been contacted and arrangements have been made to repair these vehicles. Recall Date: 05/06/2008 | |
| 2008 VOLVO XC90 Manufactured between: 03/08/2006 and 10/19/2007 Defect: on certain sport utility vehicles, under certain conditions, the climate control module (ccm) may receive a 'shut-down signal' from the engine control module (ecm) after ignition key insertion. if this condition occurs, the climate control functions will not be available (including the defroster) during that driving cycle. Consequence: inoperative defrosters under inclement weather conditions could cause impaired visibility which has the potential to result in personal injury and/or vehicle and property damage. Action: the ecm software will be upgraded. the recall began on january 28, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 12/12/2007 | |
| 2007 VOLVO XC90 Manufactured between: 03/08/2006 and 10/19/2007 Defect: on certain sport utility vehicles, under certain conditions, the climate control module (ccm) may receive a 'shut-down signal' from the engine control module (ecm) after ignition key insertion. if this condition occurs, the climate control functions will not be available (including the defroster) during that driving cycle. Consequence: inoperative defrosters under inclement weather conditions could cause impaired visibility which has the potential to result in personal injury and/or vehicle and property damage. Action: the ecm software will be upgraded. the recall began on january 28, 2008. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 12/12/2007 | |
| 2006 VOLVO XC90 Manufactured between: 05/03/2005 and 12/22/2005 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles,the outer tie rod ball joint can deform at high loads causing a loss of the clamping force and the nut may loosen, which may eventually lead to a fatigue fracture of the outer tie rod ball joint. Consequence: the driver may notice that the vehicle is difficult to maneuver increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the outer ball joint tie rods with improved outer ball joint tie rods free of charge. the recall began on june 23, 2006. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 05/05/2006 | |
| 2006 VOLVO XC90 Manufactured between: 05/25/2004 and 10/19/2005 Defect: on certain vehicles, if the wiper arm is activated in extreme winter weather conditions and without lifting the wiper arms and cleaning the windshield prior to moving, the wiper arm might slip on its driveshaft, resulting in an inability to move the wipers from the park position. Consequence: inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause a crash due to impaired visibility. Action: dealers will replace the wiper arms and retaining nuts. the recall began on september 5, 2006. owners may contact volvo cars at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 04/28/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO XC90 Manufactured between: 06/07/2004 and 05/13/2005 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles, it has been determined that while doing battery maintenance the jack's crank handle can be misplaced under a bracket which retains the battery. Consequence: misplacement of the jack's crank handle can pose a safety risk as it can result in a short circuit of the battery which could then lead to a fire. Action: dealers will inspect and ensure proper placement of the jack crank handle and a warning label with approved text will be affixed to the bracket which retains the battery. this warning label will inform an operator not to place the jack crank handle between the bracket and the battery free of charge. the recall began on july 7, 2007. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 05/25/2007 | |
| 2005 VOLVO XC90 Manufactured between: 06/07/2004 and 05/13/2005 Defect: on certain passenger vehicles,the outer tie rod ball joint can deform at high loads causing a loss of the clamping force and the nut may loosen, which may eventually lead to a fatigue fracture of the outer tie rod ball joint. Consequence: the driver may notice that the vehicle is difficult to maneuver increasing the risk of a crash. Action: dealers will replace the outer ball joint tie rods with improved outer ball joint tie rods free of charge. the recall began on june 23, 2006. owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552. Recall Date: 05/05/2006 | |
| 2005 VOLVO XC90 Manufactured between: 02/17/2004 and 05/13/2005 Defect: on certain vehicles, if the wiper arm is activated in extreme winter weather conditions and without lifting the wiper arms and cleaning the windshield prior to moving, the wiper arm might slip on its driveshaft, resulting in an inability to move the wipers from the park position. Consequence: inoperative wipers under inclement weather conditions could cause a crash due to impaired visibility. | |