NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18V542000
TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Published August 21, 2018 · Recall initiated: August 16, 2018
What's the hazard
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo VNL and VNR trucks equipped with Jost fifth wheel couplings. The fifth wheel may have an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow, possibly allowing the trailer to separate from the tractor.
What to do
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fifth wheel slider bracket, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall RVXX1801.
Recall details
- Brand
- VOLVO
- Model
- VNL
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Trucks North America
- Lot
- 2019 VOLVO VNL | 2019 VOLVO VNR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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