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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·10V086000·Announced 2010-03-09

Volvo Recalls 2010-2011 VNL Trucks Due to Window Adhesive Failure

Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 2010-2011 VNL trucks because the adhesive securing the upper bunk window glass may debond, allowing the glass to fall out and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where window glass may fall out, explicitly stated to increase the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects and significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 VNL trucks. The recall involves the power window devices and controls, specifically the upper window located in the bunk area of the truck.

The defect is that the adhesive used to secure the glass in this upper window may debond. If the adhesive fails, the glass could come loose and possibly fall out. This condition increases the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect and replace the window as required free of charge. The safety recall began on June 4, 2010. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks at 1-800-528-6586 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VOLVO VNL
Brand
VOLVO
Manufacturer
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
3,526

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • VNL

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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