NHTSA Recall 24V121000
Filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Component: Steering. Reported 2024-02-19. An estimated 45 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024-2025 VNL and VNR vehicles. The steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture.
Risk
A fractured steering gear shaft can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Dealers will inspect the serial numbers, and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 5, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2401.
Manufacturer campaign number: RVXX2401
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.nhtsa.gov.