Safety Recall NHTSA · 05V498000 Reported November 2, 2005

Front wheel wobble

Volvo Trucks North America · N/A · 1,376 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
05V498000
Manufacturer Campaign
RVXX0506
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
1,376
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 2, 2005

Defect Summary

Certain trucks equipped with front steer axle air suspension may develop a front wheel wobble when the tires become worn.

Safety Consequence

If the wobble persists and is left untreated, damage may occur which could impair vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior notice.

Corrective Action

Dealers will repair and replace the front vertical shocks on each side of the front suspension and add a horizontal stabilizer. the recall began on february 20, 2006. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Volvo Trucks North America dealer and reference recall ID 05V498000 or campaign RVXX0506.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 05V498000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 05V498000?

NHTSA recall 05V498000 was issued by Volvo Trucks North America on November 2, 2005. It addresses: Front wheel wobble. The recall affects approximately 1,376 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volvo Trucks North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 05V498000 or the manufacturer campaign number RVXX0506. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.