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SevereNHTSA·13V268000·Announced 2013-06-26

Volvo Trucks Recall 2007-2014 Models Due to Clutch Disengagement Defect

Volvo is recalling 23,056 heavy-duty trucks from 2007-2014 because a missing redundant switch may prevent the clutch from disengaging, increasing stopping distance.

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 (clutch assembly) that 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 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. This component is necessary to ensure the clutch disengages properly when the brakes are applied.

Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging. If the clutch does not disengage, the distance required to stop the truck may lengthen, which increases the risk of a crash.

The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VOLVO VNL, VNM, VT, VAH
Brand
VOLVO
Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Category
Vehicle — Heavy-Duty Trucks
Hazard
Affected units
23,056

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 (5)

  • VNL
  • VNM
  • VT
  • VAH
  • VHD

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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