Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #12V036000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V036000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 21,625 affected units, SERVICE BRAKES/ANTILOCK TRACTION RELAY VALVE, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 vhd and model year 2011-2013 vnl and vnm vehicles, manufactured from december 2, 2010, through january 18, 2012, and equipped with bendix atr-6 traction relay valves. in extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brake causing continuous brake application.

Corrective Action

Volvo will notify owners, and provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. a permanent remedy has been developed and notification to owners began on april 27, 2012. this service will be performed free of charge. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V036000

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Report Received Date: 2012-02-01T00:00:00

Subject: Service brakes/antilock traction relay valve

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 21,625

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RVXX1202

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 vhd and model year 2011-2013 vnl and vnm vehicles, manufactured from december 2, 2010, through january 18, 2012, and equipped with bendix atr-6 traction relay valves. in extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brake causing continuous brake application.

Consequence Summary: Inadvertent brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. inadvertent brake application can cause the wheels to lock-up leading the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Volvo will notify owners, and provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. a permanent remedy has been developed and notification to owners began on april 27, 2012. this service will be performed free of charge. 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: 12V036000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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