Steering shaft may disconnect from junction box
Defect Summary
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 vnl, vnx, and vnm trucks manufactured from may 11, 2015, through april 18, 2016. the trucks may have been manufactured without a roll pin on the steering shafts. if the roll pin is missing, the lower steering shaft may disconnect from the junction block. also, the bolt connecting the upper steering shaft to the lower steering shaft may not have been properly tightened. either condition can lead to separation of the steering shaft.
Safety Consequence
Separation of the steering shaft will result in complete loss of steering which may lead to a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Volvo is strongly recommending that the affected vehicles not be driven until the interim remedy is applied. an interim notice was sent to volvo owners on march 16, 2016, and an interim repair is available now. a second notice was mailed on may 13, 2016. the final remedy is now available. both remedies are free of charge. owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-877-800-4945 opt #1. volvo's recall numbers for this campaign are rvxx1602 and rvxx1603. this recall supersedes safety recall 15v-786.
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FAQ: Recall 16V097000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V097000?
NHTSA recall 16V097000 was issued by Volvo Trucks North America on February 17, 2016. It addresses: Steering shaft may disconnect from junction box. The recall affects approximately 18,116 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 16V097000 or the manufacturer campaign number RVXX1602/RVXX1603. 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.
What does "Do Not Drive" mean for this recall?
NHTSA has flagged this recall as Do Not Drive, meaning the defect poses an immediate safety risk and affected vehicles should not be operated until they are repaired. Owners should contact their dealer immediately and may be eligible for free towing or a loaner vehicle while awaiting parts.
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.