Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #19V617000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V617000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Affecting 2015 vnl vehicles equipped with meritor ff967 non-drive front steer axles Includes 20 affected units, Axles May Fracture/Loss of Vehicle Control, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModels2015 vnl vehicles equipped with meritor ff967 non-drive front steer axles
Defect Summary
Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2015 vnl vehicles equipped with meritor ff967 non-drive front steer axles. the axles missed the heat treating operation during manufacturing, reducing their strength and possibly causing the axle beams to fracture.
Corrective Action
Volvo trucks will notify the affected vehicle owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. the recall began september 27, 2019. owners may contact meritor customer service at 1-800-528-6586. volvo trucks' number for this recall is rvxx1905.