NHTSA Campaign 17V536000

STEERING

Issued by Volvo Trucks North America · Reported Aug 29, 2017 · 470 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016 Volvo VNL and VNM trucks equipped with certain Dana Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

Consequence

If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1702.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
VOLVO VNL 2016 470
VOLVO VNM 2016 470

Source: NHTSA Campaign 17V536000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.