Volvo Trucks Recall VHD, VN, and VT Models for Brake Valve Defect
Volvo Trucks is recalling specific VHD, VN, and VT models because an air release fifth wheel valve may corrode, potentially affecting braking performance and increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that adversely affects braking performance and increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2009 VHD, model year 2006 through 2010 VN, and model year 2007 through 2009 VT trucks. These vehicles were manufactured between November 7, 2005, and October 30, 2009, and are equipped with an air release fifth wheel. The recall covers 6,187 vehicles.
The inversion valve on the frame may be oriented in a way that allows contaminants to enter the valve through the exhaust port. This exposure can cause the brake valve to corrode. If the valve malfunctions due to corrosion, it may adversely affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will inspect the inversion valve and replace it 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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- VOLVO VHD, VT, VN
- Brand
- VOLVO
- Manufacturer
- VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
- Category
- Vehicle — Heavy-Duty Trucks
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 6,187
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 (3)
- VHD
- VT
- VN
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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