NHTSA Recall 96V157000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V157000; Date: Aug. 27, 1996
This condition could cause increased stopping distance increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 Volvo ACL; 1995 Volvo FE; 1995 Volvo WG; 1995 Volvo WX; 1995 Volvo Wxll
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components
Manufactured by: Volvo Trucks North America Inc
Affected Units:: 149
Recall Summary:
The rear most axle of the tandem axle set could have inoperable brakes on one or both wheels because the brake s-cam was incorrectly installed.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the brake system and repair the s-cam assembly if found reversed.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin during September 1996. Note: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 gm heavy duty truck at 1-800-528-6586. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 4, 1996
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