Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #18V542000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V542000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Affecting 2019 volvo vnl and vnr trucks equipped with jost fifth wheel couplings Includes 69 affected units, Trailer may Separate from Fifth Wheel, component: TRAILER HITCHES, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2019 volvo vnl and vnr trucks equipped with jost fifth wheel couplings
Defect Summary
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain 2019 volvo vnl and vnr trucks equipped with jost fifth wheel couplings. the fifth wheel may have an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow, possibly allowing the trailer to separate from the tractor.
Corrective Action
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fifth wheel slider bracket, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began september 25, 2018. owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. volvo's number for this recall rvxx1801.