Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #02V156000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V156000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 2,313 affected units, VOLVO TRUCKS/TELESCOPING STEERING SHAFT, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain heavy duty class 8 axle back vehicles, the telescoping steering shaft in some driving situations could bottom out and side load the steering gear input shaft whenever the adjustable steering column is adjusted to the lower position.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a re-designed steering shaft, which will not bottom out during vehicle operation regardless of where the adjustable steering column is positioned. owner notification began june 25, 2002. 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 volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V156000

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Report Received Date: 2002-06-13T00:00:00

Subject: Volvo trucks/telescoping steering shaft

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 2,313

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain heavy duty class 8 axle back vehicles, the telescoping steering shaft in some driving situations could bottom out and side load the steering gear input shaft whenever the adjustable steering column is adjusted to the lower position.

Consequence Summary: Over time, this condition could damage the steering gear input shaft resulting in loss of vehicle control and a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install a re-designed steering shaft, which will not bottom out during vehicle operation regardless of where the adjustable steering column is positioned. owner notification began june 25, 2002. 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 volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 02V156000

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Created At: 1742808662

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