2006 Volvo VN recall: axle assembly
Volvo Trucks North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on October 4, 2005. It covers about 7 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 7
- reported
- Oct 4, 2005
- owners notified
- Dec 12, 2005
- related complaints
- 1
Power train: axle assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor series 145 and 160 rear drive axles. Some of the spindles were overheated during the heat treat process which could result in a fracture of the spindle.
- Risk
- If a spindle fractures while the vehicle is in motion, it may cause wheel separation, which could, without warning result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the spindle for suspect heat codes and replace the axle if necessary. The recall began on december 12, 2005. Owners may contact vovlo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.
Recall number 05V457000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 05V457000
Is there a recall on the 2006 Volvo VN axle assembly?
Yes. Recall 05V457000, reported on October 4, 2005, covers about 7 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V457000?
Dealers will inspect the spindle for suspect heat codes and replace the axle if necessary. The recall began on december 12, 2005. Owners may contact vovlo 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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