NHTSA Recall 05V498000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V498000; Date: Nov. 2, 2005
If the wobble persists and is left untreated, damage may occur which could impair vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior notice.
Recalled Vehicles:
2003 Volvo VNL; 2004 Volvo VNL; 2005 Volvo VNL; 2006 Volvo VNL; 2003 Volvo VNM; 2004 Volvo VNM; 2005 Volvo VNM; 2006 Volvo VNM
Component: Wheel
Manufactured by: Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 1,376
Recall Summary:
Certain trucks equipped with front steer axle air suspension may develop a front wheel wobble when the tires become worn.
How to Fix:
Dealers will repair and replace the front vertical shocks on each side of the front suspension and add a horizontal stabilizer. The recall began on February 20, 2006. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Recall Notes:
Volvo trucksrecall no. Rvxx0506. 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: Feb 20, 2006
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