Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #06V099000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V099000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 2,137 affected units, STEERING SHAFT, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective 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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V099000

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Report Received Date: 2006-04-04T00:00:00

Subject: Steering shaft

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 2,137

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RVXX0602

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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 Summary: 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.

Corrective 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-qnva_5qfk_rnef

NHTSA ID: 06V099000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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