2001-2006 Volvo VNL and Volvo VNM recall: connection

Volvo Trucks North America reported this safety recall on June 24, 2010. It covers about 63,788 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 63,788
reported: Jun 24, 2010
owners notified: Sep 2, 2010
related complaints: 10

Steering: linkages: drag: link: connection

What is wrong: Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2001-2006 vnl and vnm trucks manufactured with a trw sealed drag links. Certain factors can exist, which if left untreated may result in a ball socket separation.
Risk: Ball socket separation at the drag link results in complete loss of steering, and therefore can result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the ball socket or the drag link as required if necessary. As parts are limited, volvo trucks mailed an interim owner letter on september 2, 2010. The safety recall began on february 14, 2011. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.

Recall number 10V282000

Affected vehicles

Volvo VNL 2001-2006 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006
Volvo VNM 2001-2006 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 10 complaints about steering problems.

2003 Volvo VNL 2004 Volvo VNL 2005 Volvo VNL 2006 Volvo VNL 2003 Volvo VNM 2004 Volvo VNM 2005 Volvo VNM 2006 Volvo VNM

Questions about recall 10V282000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2006 Volvo VNL and Volvo VNM connection?

Yes. Recall 10V282000, reported on June 24, 2010, covers about 63,788 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V282000?

Dealers will inspect and repair the ball socket or the drag link as required if necessary. As parts are limited, volvo trucks mailed an interim owner letter on september 2, 2010. The safety recall began on february 14, 2011. Owners may 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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