Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks, A MalfunCTIon In The Solenoid Valve May Allow Air To Be Released To Fifth Wheel Latch When The Park Brake Is Engaged.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLVO
Model Of Vehicle
VN
Year
2002
Recall Campaign Number
04V315000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Could Cause The Fifth Wheel Latch To Release Inadvertently When The Park Brake Is Engaged, Creating The Potential For Loss Of The Trailer. A Crash Could Occur Without Prior Warning.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Add An Additional Solenoid Valve In Series With The Existing Pneumatic Circuit For The Fifth Wheel Air Release. The Recall Began On August 9, 2004. Owners Should Contact Volvo At 1-800-528-6586.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20021001
End Of Manufacture
20040331
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1374
Date Owners Notified
20040809
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Date Report Received
20040702
Make Campaign Number
RVXX0403