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SevereNHTSA·15V524000·Announced 2015-08-17

Volvo Recalls 2012-2015 VNL and VNM Trucks for Brake Handle Defect

Volvo is recalling 2012-2015 VNL and VNM trucks because the trailer hand brake handle may not return to the off position, potentially causing wheel overheating, fire, or tire blowout.

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 can lead to wheel end fires or tire blowouts, which are significant injury and property damage risks.

Plain-English summary

Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 VNL and VNM trucks manufactured between May 31, 2011, and December 1, 2014. The recall involves 2,854 vehicles where the trailer hand brake handle may fail to return to the off position due to restriction by the cut-out in the trim panel.

If the brake handle does not return to the off position, the trailer service brakes may drag. This dragging can cause the wheel end to overheat, potentially leading to a wheel end fire or a tire blowout. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash.

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trim panel slot and make it longer as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-258-6586 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VOLVO VNL, VNM
Brand
VOLVO
Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Category
Vehicle — Trucks
Hazard
Affected units
2,854

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)

  • VNL
  • VNM

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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