Recall 07V-496
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recalled the 2007 to 2008 Volvo VHD and 3 other models: Trailer hitches (fifth wheel assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 07V-496
- Reported
- October 23, 2007
- Vehicles affected
- 6,519 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. An over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin.
The risk
There is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. When this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. The recall began on january 28, 2008. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Volvo trucks recall no. Rvxx0705.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]