Recall 99V-240
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC recalled the 1995 to 1999 Volvo WX: Service brakes, air.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 99V-240
- Reported
- August 30, 1999
- Vehicles affected
- 166 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: dual steer class 8 heavy duty trucks. The front steer axle brakes do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."
The risk
A slow brake release time can cause premature brake wear which if left unchecked could lead to brake failure and vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a relay valve in the front steering axle brake system.
Notes from the manufacturer
Volvo truck recall no. Rvxx9905.owner notification began october 13, 1999. 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 trucks at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Volvo WX 1995 to 1999