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1996 Volvo WHL recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 1996 Volvo WHL, covering 1,303 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Steering: linkagesReported February 22, 1996 · 1,303 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 vehicles built with a volvo 5.7 (12,500 lbs) front steering axle. Due to hydrogen embrittlement, the front steering axle king pins could have broken during assembly. Continued operation of a vehicle with a broken king pin could allow the pin to work loose.
Risk
This condition can cause erratic steering resulting in loss of steering control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a broken king pin and replace the king pins if broken.

Recall number 96V038000 · Recall details

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