NHTSA Campaign 18V542000

TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY

Issued by Volvo Trucks North America · Reported Aug 16, 2018 · 69 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo VNL and VNR trucks equipped with Jost fifth wheel couplings. The fifth wheel may have an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow, possibly allowing the trailer to separate from the tractor.

Consequence

If the trailer separates from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fifth wheel slider bracket, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall RVXX1801.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
VOLVO VNL 2019 69
VOLVO VNR 2019 69

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V542000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.