Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #20V384000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V384000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Affecting 2018-2021 vnl and vnr buses Includes 89 affected units, Incorrectly Labeled Rear Axle Rating/Part 567, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2018-2021 vnl and vnr buses

Defect Summary

Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2021 vnl and vnr buses. the gross axle weight rating (gawr) for the rear drive axles stated on the federal certification label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubs. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."

Corrective Action

Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. the recall began august 18, 2020. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. volvo's number for this recall is rvxx2002.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V384000
Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America
Report Received Date: 2020-07-01T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrectly labeled rear axle rating/part 567
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 89

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RVXX2002
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2021 vnl and vnr buses. the gross axle weight rating (gawr) for the rear drive axles stated on the federal certification label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubs. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, "certification."
Consequence Summary: If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. the recall began august 18, 2020. Owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. volvo's number for this recall is rvxx2002.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 97.75

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NHTSA ID: 20V384000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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