Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Heavy Duty Class 8 Trucks Equipped With Dana Steering Shafts, There Is A Potential That The Steering Shaft Pinch Bolt Hole May Be Incorrectly Located. The Pinch Bolt Fits Into A Groove In The Steering Gear Input Shaft To Ensure That The Steering Shaft Does Not Separate From The Steering Gear If The Pinch Bolt Comes Loose.
Make Of Vehicle
VOLVO
Model Of Vehicle
VT
Year
2007
Recall Campaign Number
06V099000
Component Description
Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Sector
Effect Of Defect
This Could Potentially Lead To Steering Shaft Separation Resulting In Loss Of Control Of The Vehicle If The Pinch Bolt Were To Come Loose Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Steering Shaft And Replace It As Required Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On August 28, 006. Owners May Contact Volvo Trucks At 1-800-528-6586.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20060123
End Of Manufacture
20060317
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2137
Date Owners Notified
20060828
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Date Report Received
20060404
Make Campaign Number
RVXX0602