NHTSA Recall 17V536000
NHTSA Campaign Id 17V536000; Date: Aug. 29, 2017
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2016 Volvo VNL; 2016 Volvo VNM
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: Volvo Trucks North America
Affected Units:: 470
Recall Summary:
Volvo trucks north America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016 Volvo vnl and vnm trucks equipped with certain dana spicer d-series and e-series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
How to Fix:
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1702.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 17, 2017
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