Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #16V735000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V735000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Affecting model year 2009-2016 vhd trucks manufactured from april 7, 2008, through december 9, 2015, equipped with usk non-greasable drag links Includes 4,177 affected units, Ball Joints may Fail due to Corrosion, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2009-2016 vhd trucks manufactured from april 7, 2008, through december 9, 2015, equipped with usk non-greasable drag links

Defect Summary

Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 vhd trucks manufactured from april 7, 2008, through december 9, 2015, equipped with usk non-greasable drag links. the ball joint seals may be compromised, which can allow water and other contaminants to enter the ball joints.

Corrective Action

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2016. owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1606.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V735000
Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America
Report Received Date: 2016-10-13T00:00:00
Subject: Ball joints may fail due to corrosion
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 4,177

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RVXX1606
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 vhd trucks manufactured from april 7, 2008, through december 9, 2015, equipped with usk non-greasable drag links. the ball joint seals may be compromised, which can allow water and other contaminants to enter the ball joints.
Consequence Summary: If water and contaminants enter the ball joint, corrosion can occur and lead to accelerated wear, which over time can result in failure of the ball joint, possibly resulting in complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. the recall began on december 2, 2016. owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1606.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 71.89

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NHTSA ID: 16V735000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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