Recall 11V-460
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recalled the 2011 to 2012 Volvo VNL and 1 other model: Trailer hitches (fifth wheel assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 11V-460
- Reported
- September 1, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 299 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 vnl and vnm trucks manufactured from may 1, 2010, through january 31, 2011. During the coupling process, it is possible for the driver to partially close the fifth wheel lock and if solely relying on a tug test (pull test), the driver may think that the fifth wheel lock is properly coupled to the trailer king pin when in fact it is not properly coupled.
The risk
If the driver drives away with a trailer that is not properly coupled, the trailer can come loose and potentially result in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock bar free of charge. The safety recall began on december 7, 2011. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Volvo trucks' safety recall number is rvxx1106.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .