Defect Description For Recall
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2007-2014 Vah, Vhd, Vnl, Vnm, And Vt Models. The Affected Vehicles Were Built Without A Redundant Clutch Disengagement Switch. Without A Redundant Switch, A Loss Of Signal From The Brake Air Pressure Switch Can Prevent The Clutch From Automatically Disengaging When The Brake Is Applied.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLVO
Model Of Vehicle
VAH
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
13V268000
Component Description
Power Train:Clutch Assembly
Effect Of Defect
Without A Signal To Disengage The Clutch When The Brakes Are Applied, The Distance Required To Stop The Truck May Lengthen, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Volvo Trucks Will Notify Owners And Dealers Will Inspect And Repair The Vehicles If Necessary. The Recall Began On August 26, 2013. Volvo’S Recall Number Is RVxx1303. Owners May Contact Volvo At 1-336-393-2000.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Start Of Manufacture
20061220
End Of Manufacture
20130522
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
23056
Date Owners Notified
20130826
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Date Report Received
20130626
Make Campaign Number
RVXX1303