Ball joints may fail due to corrosion
Defect Summary
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 vt trucks manufactured from april 9, 2008, through september 24, 2009, and certain 2016 model vnl and vnm trucks manufactured from january 2, 2015, through to november 6, 2015. the affected vehicles are equipped with usk non-greasable drag links that may experience corrosion of the ball joints due to the seals being compromised, possibly resulting in accelerated wear and failure of the ball joint.
Safety Consequence
Failure of the ball joint may cause separation of the socket and a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. the recall began on april 21, 2016. owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1601. note: this recall is an expansion of a previous recall 15v-651.
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FAQ: Recall 16V095000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V095000?
NHTSA recall 16V095000 was issued by Volvo Trucks North America on February 19, 2016. It addresses: Ball joints may fail due to corrosion. The recall affects approximately 2,053 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volvo Trucks North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V095000 or the manufacturer campaign number RVXX1601. 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.