NHTSA Recall 14V740000
Filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Component: Tires. Reported 2014-11-18. An estimated 115 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 VAH and VNL trucks manufactured May 12, 2010, to October 31, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience premature tire failure during certain operating conditions such as high speeds, heavy load, and high road temperature.
Risk
Premature tire failure could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires and set the road speed limiter, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1405.
Manufacturer campaign number: RVXX1405
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.