2013 Volvo Vnl | 2014 Volvo Vnl — Power train: driveline: driveshaft
Published August 21, 2013 · Recall initiated: August 9, 2013
Summary
NHTSA records recall 13V366000, published August 21, 2013 and initiated August 9, 2013. Recalling firm: Volvo Trucks North America; 2013 Volvo Vnl | 2014 Volvo Vnl — Power train: driveline: driveshaft.
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
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Recall details
- Brand
- VOLVO
- Model
- VNL
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Trucks North America
- Lot
- 2013 VOLVO VNL | 2014 VOLVO VNL
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2013 Volvo Vnl | 2014 Volvo Vnl — Power train: driveline: driveshaft recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 13V366000 on August 21, 2013. Reported hazard: 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.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VOLVO. Model: VNL.