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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18V542000·Announced 2018-08-16

Volvo Recalls 2019 VNL and VNR Trucks for Fifth Wheel Defect

Volvo is recalling 2019 VNL and VNR trucks because a narrow fifth wheel bracket may allow the trailer to separate from the tractor, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (fifth wheel bracket) that could lead to trailer separation and a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects or significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain 2019 Volvo VNL and VNR trucks equipped with Jost fifth wheel couplings. The recall addresses a defect where the fifth wheel may have an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow. This condition possibly allows the trailer to separate from the tractor.

If the trailer separates from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries, fatalities, or property damage associated with this defect.

Dealers will inspect the fifth wheel slider bracket and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 25, 2018. 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 VNL, VNR
Brand
VOLVO
Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
69

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
  • VNR

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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