Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #02V317000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V317000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 213 affected units, VOLVO TRUCKS/DRIVE AXLE SEAT, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks with volvo b-ride rear suspension, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle seat could break allowing the affected axle to shift out of alignment.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the upper axle seat on both rear drive axles. owner notification began january 14, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V317000
Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America
Report Received Date: 2002-11-25T00:00:00
Subject: Volvo trucks/drive axle seat
Component: Suspension
Potentially Affected Units: 213

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RVXX0301
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks with volvo b-ride rear suspension, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle seat could break allowing the affected axle to shift out of alignment.
Consequence Summary: This condition could result in loss of axle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the upper axle seat on both rear drive axles. owner notification began january 14, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-4tq9-e964.yfis
NHTSA ID: 02V317000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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