Recall 06V-155
VOLVO CARS OF N.A. LLC. recalled the 2003 to 2006 Volvo XC90: Steering (linkages, tie rod assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 06V-155
- Reported
- May 5, 2006
- Vehicles affected
- 126,743 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles,the outer tie rod ball joint can deform at high loads causing a loss of the clamping force and the nut may loosen, which may eventually lead to a fatigue fracture of the outer tie rod ball joint.
The risk
The driver may notice that the vehicle is difficult to maneuver increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the outer ball joint tie rods with improved outer ball joint tie rods free of charge. The recall began on june 23, 2006. Owners may contact volvo at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Volvo recall no. R157.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Volvo XC90 2003 to 2006