2015 Volvo VNL recall: front
Volvo Trucks North America reported this safety recall on August 21, 2019. It covers about 20 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 20
- reported
- Aug 21, 2019
- owners notified
- Sep 27, 2019
- related complaints
- 3
Suspension: front
- What is wrong
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2015 VNL vehicles equipped with Meritor FF967 Non-Drive Front Steer axles. The axles missed the heat treating operation during manufacturing, reducing their strength and possibly causing the axle beams to fracture.
- Risk
- Fracture of the axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo Trucks will notify the affected vehicle owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 27, 2019. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1‑800‑528‑6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX1905.
Recall number 19V617000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about suspension problems.
Questions about recall 19V617000
Is there a recall on the 2015 Volvo VNL front?
Yes. Recall 19V617000, reported on August 21, 2019, covers about 20 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 19V617000?
Volvo Trucks will notify the affected vehicle owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 27, 2019. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1‑800‑528‑6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX1905.
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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