Recall 20V-535
Volvo Trucks North America recalled the 2021 Volvo VHD and 2 other models: Steering.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 20V-535
- Reported
- September 2, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 12 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2021 VNL, VHD, and VNR vehicles. The king pin nut may not have been installed or properly tightened during axle assembly.
The risk
If the king pin is missing or not tightened properly, the knuckle may separate from the axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to make sure that the king pin nut is installed and that it properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-[removed]. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX 2003.
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]