Defect Description For Recall
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.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLVO
Model Of Vehicle
VNR
Year
2019
Recall Campaign Number
18V542000
Component Description
Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly
Effect Of Defect
If The Trailer Separates From The Tractor, It Can Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
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.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Start Of Manufacture
20180609
End Of Manufacture
20180629
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
69
Date Owners Notified
20180925
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Date Report Received
20180816
Make Campaign Number
RVXX1801