Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 VNL vehicles manufactured April
— Recall Campaign #13V366000
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 VNL vehicles manufactured April 2, 2012, through May 3, 2013; and equipped with a Meritor RPL-20 driveline transmission. The driveshaft is too weak for this application and may fail.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 381 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
13V366000
| Manufacturer: | Volvo Trucks North America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 09, 2013 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 13V366000 |
| Units affected: | 381 |
- Description:
- Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 VNL vehicles manufactured April 2, 2012, through May 3, 2013; and equipped with a Meritor RPL-20 driveline transmission. The driveshaft is too weak for this application and may fail.
- Consequeces:
- Failure of the driveshaft can result in debris on the roadway and disabling of the truck, which can increase the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1305.
- 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.