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SevereNHTSA·16V735000·Announced 2016-10-13

Volvo Recalls 2009-2016 VHD Trucks Due to Steering Failure Risk

Volvo is recalling 2009-2016 VHD trucks because compromised ball joint seals may allow water entry, leading to corrosion and potential loss of steering.

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 (ball joint failure) that can result in complete loss of steering, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 VHD trucks manufactured between April 7, 2008, and December 9, 2015. The recall affects vehicles equipped with USK non-greasable drag links. The defect involves ball joint seals that may be compromised, allowing water and other contaminants to enter the ball joints.

If water and contaminants enter the ball joints, corrosion can occur, leading to accelerated wear. Over time, this can result in the failure of the ball joint, which may cause a complete loss of steering and increase the risk of a crash.

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
VOLVO VHD
Brand
VOLVO
Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Category
Vehicle — Heavy-Duty Truck
Hazard
Affected units
4,177

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)

  • VHD

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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