Recall 02V-036
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC recalled the 2001 Volvo VHD and 4 other models: Power train (axle assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 02V-036
- Reported
- February 5, 2002
- Vehicles affected
- 215 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle seat can break allowing the axle to shift out of alignment.
The risk
This could result in a loss of axle stability increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the upper axle seat for a certain date code that is stamped on the part, and those axles will be replaced. Owner notification began march 15, 2002. 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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Volvo VHD 2001
- Volvo VN 2001
- Volvo WSR 2001
- Volvo WX 2001
- Volvo Wxll 2001