Recall 09V-030: 2006–2009 Volvo VNL

VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Jan 27, 2009, covering about 366 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-030
Report date
Jan 27, 2009
Vehicles affected
366
Owners notified
Jun 30, 2009

The problem

Volvo trucks is recalling 366 my 2006-2009 vnl trucks equipped with super single tires, bendix brake cam tubes, and volvo air suspension. The vibration frequency from the suspension with super single tires may result in a fatigue crack of the mounting brackets for the brake cam tube.

The risk

If left untreated, the crack can propagate and cause failure of the brake cam tube support bracket(S), which can result in loss of brakes at the corresponding wheel end increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will add a support bracket to the brake cam tube. The recall began on june 30, 2009. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Notes

Volvo recall no. Rvxx0901.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
ComponentService Brakes, Air
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V030000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volvo VNL2006, 2007, 2008, 2009All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 09V-030?

Volvo trucks is recalling 366 my 2006-2009 vnl trucks equipped with super single tires, bendix brake cam tubes, and volvo air suspension. The vibration frequency from the suspension with super single tires may result in a fatigue crack of the mounting brackets for the brake cam tube.

How is recall 09V-030 fixed?

Dealers will add a support bracket to the brake cam tube. The recall began on june 30, 2009. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.