Volvo Car Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #06V155000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V155000 by Volvo Car Usa, Llc. Includes 126,743 affected units, TIE ROD BALL JOINT FRACTURE, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective 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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V155000

Manufacturer: Volvo Car Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2006-05-05T00:00:00

Subject: Tie rod ball joint fracture

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 126,743

Details

MFR Campaign Number: R157

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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 Summary: The driver may notice that the vehicle is difficult to maneuver increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 06V155000

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