2003 Volvo VHD recall: shaft pitman

Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on February 13, 2004. It covers about 92 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 92
reported: Feb 13, 2004
owners notified: Mar 2, 2004

Steering: gear box: shaft pitman

What is wrong: On certain heavy-duty class 8 trucks, the pinch bolt attaching the steering drag link to the pitman arm may not have been sufficiently tightened.
Risk: The bolt could loosen allowing the drag link and pitman arm to separate, resulting in uncontrollable steering which could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new pinch bolt and tighten to the required torque. Owner notification is expected to begin during march 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.

Recall number 04V078000

Affected vehicles

Volvo VHD 2003 2003

Questions about recall 04V078000

Is there a recall on the 2003 Volvo VHD shaft pitman?

Yes. Recall 04V078000, reported on February 13, 2004, covers about 92 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V078000?

Dealers will install a new pinch bolt and tighten to the required torque. Owner notification is expected to begin during march 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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