Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #05V179000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V179000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 22 affected units, AUXILIARY AIR TANK/FMVSS 121, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Certain trucks equipped with an auxiliary lift axle fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, 'air brake systems.' an auxiliary air tank required for the auxiliary lift axle was not installed.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install the air tank free of charge. the recall began on june 30, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V179000

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Report Received Date: 2005-04-28T00:00:00

Subject: Auxiliary air tank/fmvss 121

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 22

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RVXX0501

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Certain trucks equipped with an auxiliary lift axle fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, 'air brake systems.' an auxiliary air tank required for the auxiliary lift axle was not installed.

Consequence Summary: During multiple applications of the brake pedal, the stopping distance may increase due to the lack of additional air capacity, which could result in a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install the air tank free of charge. the recall began on june 30, 2005. owners may 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-jw3v_k4wx_92d9

NHTSA ID: 05V179000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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