2013 Volvo VNL and Volvo VNM recall: front
Volvo Trucks North America reported this safety recall on June 27, 2016. It covers about 129 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 129
- reported
- Jun 27, 2016
- owners notified
- Aug 1, 2016
Suspension: front
- What is wrong
- Volvo Trucks North America, (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013 VNM and VNL trucks manufactured April 16, 2012, to May 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with certain Meritor FF967 non-drive front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated.
- Risk
- The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers. The affected axles will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1‑800‑528‑6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1605.
Recall number 16V467000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 16V467000
Is there a recall on the 2013 Volvo VNL and Volvo VNM front?
Yes. Recall 16V467000, reported on June 27, 2016, covers about 129 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 16V467000?
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers. The affected axles will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1‑800‑528‑6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1605.
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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