Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #10V571000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V571000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 6,187 affected units, AIR RELEASE FIFTH WHEEL, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2009 vhd, model year 2006 through 2010 vn, and model year 2007 through 2009 vt trucks manufactured from november 7, 2005, through october 30, 2009, equipped with an air release fifth wheel. the inversion valve on the frame may be orientated where contaminants can enter the valve through the exhaust port. as a result, the brake valve may corrode.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the inversion valve and replace as required. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before february 18, 2011. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V571000

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Report Received Date: 2010-11-12T00:00:00

Subject: Air release fifth wheel

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 6,187

Details

MFR Campaign Number: RVXX1006

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2009 vhd, model year 2006 through 2010 vn, and model year 2007 through 2009 vt trucks manufactured from november 7, 2005, through october 30, 2009, equipped with an air release fifth wheel. the inversion valve on the frame may be orientated where contaminants can enter the valve through the exhaust port. as a result, the brake valve may corrode.

Consequence Summary: Corrosion of the valve can cause it to malfunction, thereby adversely affecting braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the inversion valve and replace as required. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before february 18, 2011. 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-9reh-2est_hhvh

NHTSA ID: 10V571000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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