Recall 98V-297
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC recalled the 1997 to 1998 Volvo Acl and 2 other models: Steering (linkages).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 98V-297
- Reported
- November 17, 1998
- Vehicles affected
- 25 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with a fal 8.0 front steer axle. The upper steering arm can fail without warning.
The risk
This condition can result in the loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the upper steering arm and replace it, if required.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began november 30, 1998. 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 truck at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).