Volvo Trucks of North America is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 VNL and 2014-2015 VNM
— Recall Campaign #14V356000
Volvo Trucks of North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 VNL and 2014-2015 VNM trucks manufactured November 17, 2010, through February 5, 2014, and equipped with enhanced cruise control and without side fairings. In the affected vehicles, the active braking component of the enhanced cruise control can become disabled.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,025 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V356000
| Manufacturer: | Volvo Trucks North America |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | June 20, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V356000 |
| Units affected: | 1,025 |
- Description:
- Volvo Trucks of North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 VNL and 2014-2015 VNM trucks manufactured November 17, 2010, through February 5, 2014, and equipped with enhanced cruise control and without side fairings. In the affected vehicles, the active braking component of the enhanced cruise control can become disabled.
- Consequeces:
- If the active braking feature becomes disabled, the vehicle may not automatically activate the brakes as intended when the enhanced cruise control system is in use, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective action:
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1402.
- 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.