Volvo Trucks North America | NHTSA Recall #87V138000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 87V138000 by Volvo Trucks North America. Includes 45 affected units, SUSPENSION:TANDEM AXLE:REAR:TORQUE ARM, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The tandem suspension curved torque rods may fail at a point where the two piece center tube is welded together.

Corrective Action

Inspect and make necessary repairs to preclude rod separation at the weld point.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 87V138000

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Report Received Date: 1987-09-04T00:00:00

Subject: Suspension:tandem axle:rear:torque arm

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 45

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The tandem suspension curved torque rods may fail at a point where the two piece center tube is welded together.

Consequence Summary: A broken torque rod would affect the handling and thestability of the vehicle.

Corrective Action: Inspect and make necessary repairs to preclude rod separation at the weld point.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 87V138000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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