2019 VOLVO VNR RECALL - #18V542000
RECALL FOR TRAILER HITCHES : FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2019 VOLVO VNR |
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| Manufacturer |
Volvo Trucks North America |
| Manufactured between |
6/9/2018 - 6/29/2018 |
| Recalled on |
8/21/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Volvo Trucks North America |
| Owners Notified on |
9/25/2018 |
| # Affected |
69 |
| Recalled for |
TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY |
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| Description |
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. |
| Consequences |
If the trailer separates from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| See also |
2019 VOLVO VNR Recall for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WIRING, FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
2019 VOLVO VNR Recall for POWER TRAIN, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2019 VOLVO VNR Recall for EQUIPMENT, OTHER, LABELS
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