Volvo trucks/fmvss 120/label
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 vehicles. under certain operating conditions, the weight certification label which contains front gross axle weight rating (gawr) information pursuant to the requirements of fmvss no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars," does not accurately reflect the actual front gross axle weight.
Safety Consequence
When operating the truck "bobtail" with full fuel tanks and two occupants with an allowance for personal belongings, the actual gross axle weight may exceed the stated rating found on the weight certification label.
Corrective Action
The weight certification label will be brought into compliance by one or more of the following means: (1) replacement of the label with one which contains correct information; or (2) replacement of front axle tires, rims or tie rod tube or a combination thereof; or (3) replacement or relocation of the fuel tanks. due to the various truck configurations, several owner notification letters are being sent for this campaign. the first owner notification letter was mailed april 26, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy or label within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
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FAQ: Recall 01V093000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V093000?
NHTSA recall 01V093000 was issued by Volvo Trucks North America on March 22, 2001. It addresses: Volvo trucks/fmvss 120/label. The recall affects approximately 1,577 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volvo Trucks North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V093000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.