2012 Volvo Vnl | 2012 Volvo Vhd | 2012 Volvo Vnm — Power train: driveline
Published May 23, 2011 · Recall initiated: May 20, 2011
Summary
NHTSA records recall 11V294000, published May 23, 2011 and initiated May 20, 2011. Recalling firm: Volvo Trucks North America; 2012 Volvo Vnl | 2012 Volvo Vhd | 2012 Volvo Vnm — Power train: driveline.
What's the hazard
VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 VHD, VNL, AND VNM TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A MERITOR DRIVELINE. THE TUBING USED TO ASSEMBLE THE DRIVELINES HAS A NONCONFORMING SEAM WELD WITH INSUFFICIENT BONDING OF THE MATERIAL.
What to do
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVELINES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VOLVO
- Model
- VNL
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Trucks North America
- Lot
- 2012 VOLVO VNL | 2012 VOLVO VHD | 2012 VOLVO VNM
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2012 Volvo Vnl | 2012 Volvo Vhd | 2012 Volvo Vnm — Power train: driveline recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 11V294000 on May 23, 2011. Reported hazard: VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 VHD, VNL, AND VNM TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH A MERITOR DRIVELINE. THE TUBING USED TO ASSEMBLE THE DRIVELINES HAS A NONCONFORMING SEAM WELD WITH INSUFFICIENT BONDING OF THE MATERIAL.
What should I do if I have this product?
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVELINES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLVO. Model: VNL.