NHTSA Recall 05V182000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V182000; Date: Apr. 22, 2005
This may eventually lead to wheel failure and possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 Volvo VH; 2006 Volvo VN
Component: Wheel
Manufactured by: Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 773
Recall Summary:
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with accuride aluminum wheels, the wheels were not properly pre-stressed. This allows cracks to develop over time.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the wheels free of charge. The recall began on June 30, 2005 owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Recall Notes:
Volvo trucks recall no. Rvxx0502. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 30, 2005
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