2016 Volvo VNL and Volvo VNM recall: tie rod assembly

Volvo Trucks North America reported this safety recall on August 29, 2017. It covers about 470 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 470
reported: Aug 29, 2017
owners notified: Oct 17, 2017
related complaints: 1

Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly

What is wrong: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016 Volvo VNL and VNM trucks equipped with certain Dana Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Risk: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1‑800‑528‑6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1702.

Recall number 17V536000

Affected vehicles

Volvo VNL 2016 2016
Volvo VNM 2016 2016

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about steering problems.

2016 Volvo VNL 2016 Volvo VNM

Questions about recall 17V536000

Is there a recall on the 2016 Volvo VNL and Volvo VNM tie rod assembly?

Yes. Recall 17V536000, reported on August 29, 2017, covers about 470 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 17V536000?

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1‑800‑528‑6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1702.

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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