1996 Volvo WG and Volvo Wia recall: hub
Volvo Trucks North America Inc reported this safety recall on December 31, 1997. It covers about 39 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 39
- reported
- Dec 31, 1997
- owners notified
- Jan 26, 1998
- related complaints
- 5
Suspension: front: hub
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with design level 1, rockwell ff980 series front axle. The front axle hub flange can develop cracks due to high stress levels.
- Risk
- Cracks in a hub flange can result in a wheel separation.
- Remedy
- Dealers will remove and replace the front hubs with an improved design level 2 hub.
Recall number 97V196004
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about suspension problems.
Questions about recall 97V196004
Is there a recall on the 1996 Volvo WG and Volvo Wia hub?
Yes. Recall 97V196004, reported on December 31, 1997, covers about 39 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 97V196004?
Dealers will remove and replace the front hubs with an improved design level 2 hub.
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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