Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #05V311000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 05V311000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 10 affected units, FRACTURE SUSPENSION BEAM/HOLLAND, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, equipped with holland air suspension systems, a transverse beam casting may fracture under normal loads. if a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension?s transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies. the recall began on august 26, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 05V311000

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Report Received Date: 2005-07-07T00:00:00

Subject: Fracture suspension beam/holland

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 10

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RVXX0503

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, equipped with holland air suspension systems, a transverse beam casting may fracture under normal loads. if a casting breaks when the vehicle is traveling on a roadway there is the potential for pieces of the casting to become projectiles and the suspension?s transverse beam may drop down low enough to contact the road surface.

Consequence Summary: This will cause sparks that could potentially ignite and cause a fire.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect and replace the defective transverse beam assemblies. the recall began on august 26, 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

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