The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·14V740000·Announced 2014-11-18

Volvo Recalls 2011-2014 VAH and VNL Trucks for Tire Failure Risk

Volvo is recalling 2011-2014 VAH and VNL trucks because tires may fail prematurely under specific conditions, 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 (tire failure) that increases the risk of a vehicle crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/property-damage reports or structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 VAH and VNL trucks manufactured between May 12, 2010, and October 31, 2014. The recall involves 115 vehicles that may experience premature tire failure during operating conditions such as high speeds, heavy loads, and high road temperatures.

Premature tire failure could increase the risk of a vehicle crash. The recall began on January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

Dealers will replace the tires and set the road speed limiter free of charge. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1405.

The recalled product

Product
VOLVO VAH, VNL
Brand
VOLVO
Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Category
Vehicle — Heavy-Duty Trucks
Hazard
Affected units
115

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 (2)

  • VAH
  • VNL

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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