Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #11V460000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V460000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 299 affected units, FIFTH WHEEL LOCK/FONTAINE, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 vnl and vnm trucks manufactured from may 1, 2010, through january 31, 2011. during the coupling process, it is possible for the driver to partially close the fifth wheel lock and if solely relying on a tug test (pull test), the driver may think that the fifth wheel lock is properly coupled to the trailer king pin when in fact it is not properly coupled.

Corrective Action

Dealers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock bar free of charge. the safety recall began on december 7, 2011. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V460000

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Report Received Date: 2011-09-01T00:00:00

Subject: Fifth wheel lock/fontaine

Component: Trailer Hitches

Potentially Affected Units: 299

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RVXX1106

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 vnl and vnm trucks manufactured from may 1, 2010, through january 31, 2011. during the coupling process, it is possible for the driver to partially close the fifth wheel lock and if solely relying on a tug test (pull test), the driver may think that the fifth wheel lock is properly coupled to the trailer king pin when in fact it is not properly coupled.

Consequence Summary: If the driver drives away with a trailer that is not properly coupled, the trailer can come loose and potentially result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock bar free of charge. the safety recall began on december 7, 2011. 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

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NHTSA ID: 11V460000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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