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Recall 96V-032

VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC recalled the 1995 Volvo Acl and 8 other models: Suspension (rear, springs, air suspension system).

At a glance

Campaign number
96V-032
Reported
February 12, 1996
Vehicles affected
6,034 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

The rear suspension axle retention plate can break under normal use, affecting axle alignment.

The risk

This condition could result in loss of rear axle stability affecting vehicle directional control and increasing the potential for a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will remove and replace the axle retention clip plates on affected vehicles.

Notes from the manufacturer

System: suspension; single axle; rear; air suspension. Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 vehicles. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact volvo GM heavy truck at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].

Affected vehicles