Recall 16V-735
Volvo Trucks North America recalled the 2009 to 2016 Volvo VHD: Suspension (front, control arm, lower ball joint); Suspension (front, control arm, upper ball joint).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 16V-735
- Reported
- October 13, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 4,177 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 VHD trucks manufactured from April 7, 2008, through December 9, 2015, equipped with USK non-greasable drag links. The ball joint seals may be compromised, which can allow water and other contaminants to enter the ball joints.
The risk
If water and contaminants enter the ball joint, corrosion can occur and lead to accelerated wear, which over time can result in failure of the ball joint, possibly resulting in complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-[removed]. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1606.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Volvo VHD 2009 to 2016