Volvo WXR recalls
There are 6 safety recalls on record for the Volvo WXR, covering 23,443 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
Volvo WXR recalls by model year
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Suspension: multiple axle
- What is wrong
- On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks with volvo b-ride rear suspension, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle seat could break allowing the affected axle to shift out of alignment.
- Risk
- This condition could result in loss of axle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the upper axle seat on both rear drive axles. Owner notification began january 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.
Recall number 02V317000 · Recall details
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: heavy duty, class 8, trucks equipped with tie rod assemblies containing 24-dl model ball sockets and manufactured by trw. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.
- Risk
- If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the defective ball sockets and/or drag links. Owner notification began during may 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1‑800‑528‑6586.
Recall number 01V044013 · Recall details
Service brakes, air: antilock
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with bendix air ABS with an ec-17 1030r electronic control unit (ecu), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.
- Risk
- This condition could cause the ABS ecu to exhaust the air at the air brake modulators for one or more of the wheels. This could result in extended braking distances and a possible crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the ABS ecu.
Recall number 00V232003 · Recall details
Wheels: rim
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with aftermarket aluminum dual wheels, 22.5x8.25, one-piece, tubeless, supplied by accuride/akw. Certain design revisions combined with process conditions caused fatigue cracks in these wheels.
- Risk
- This condition can cause failure of these wheels.
- Remedy
- Accuride/akw will replace these wheels.
Recall number 98V120001 · Recall details
Suspension: front: wheel bearing
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucks. The steer axle wheel bearing jam nut lock washer may not have been bent over the jam nut after the wheel bearings were adjusted.
- Risk
- If this condition exists, the jam nut and wheel bearing adjusting nut can back off the spindle allowing the wheel and the brake drum assembly to separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the steering axle wheel bearing jam nut lock washer to determine if it is bent over the jam nut, and if not, repair as required.
Recall number 97V212000 · Recall details
Suspension
- What is wrong
- The tilt cab, when raised to its fullest up position, can cause the steering shaft to bind against the steering gear.
- Risk
- If the contact is severe enough, the steering gear input shaft could crack resulting in potential failure followed by loss of steering control and possible vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the steering slip shaft and the steering gear.
Recall number 95V233000 · Recall details
Questions about the Volvo WXR recalls
How do I check if my Volvo WXR has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the Volvo WXR have?
6, covering suspension, steering and service brakes, air.
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