Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #99V240000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 99V240000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 166 affected units, VOLVO TRUCKS/FMVSS 121, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: dual steer class 8 heavy duty trucks. the front steer axle brakes do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a relay valve in the front steering axle brake system.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 99V240000

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Report Received Date: 1999-08-30T00:00:00

Subject: Volvo trucks/fmvss 121

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 166

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RVXX9905

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Vehicle description: dual steer class 8 heavy duty trucks. the front steer axle brakes do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."

Consequence Summary: A slow brake release time can cause premature brake wear which if left unchecked could lead to brake failure and vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install a relay valve in the front steering axle brake system.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-uf55-vbqm_wwr4

NHTSA ID: 99V240000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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