Auto Recalls for Consumers

1998 VOLVO WG Recall - Campaign #98V297000

 
Auto Recalls For Consumers

1998 VOLVO WG RECALL - #98V297000

RECALL FOR STEERING : LINKAGES

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A FAL 8.0 FRONT STEER AXLE. THE UPPER STEERING ARM CAN FAIL WITHOUT WARNING.

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Vehicle 1998 VOLVO WG
Manufacturer VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC
Manufactured between 9/9/1997 - 10/9/1998
Recalled on 11/24/1998
Influenced by VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC
Owners Notified on 11/30/1998
# Affected 25
Recalled for STEERING:LINKAGES
Description VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A FAL 8.0 FRONT STEER AXLE. THE UPPER STEERING ARM CAN FAIL WITHOUT WARNING.
Consequences THIS CONDITION CAN RESULT IN THE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective action DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE UPPER STEERING ARM AND REPLACE IT, IF REQUIRED.
Notes 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 1-800-528-6586.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
See also 1998 VOLVO WG Recall for WHEELS, RIM

1998 VOLVO WG Recall for SUSPENSION, FRONT, SPRINGS, AIR SUSPENSION, LINES AND FITTINGS

1998 VOLVO WG Recall for PARKING BRAKE

1998 VOLVO WG Recall for SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, ANTILOCK

1998 VOLVO WG Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, TAIL LIGHTS, SWITCH
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