Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2015 VNL vehicles equipped with Meritor FF967 Non-Drive Front Steer axles. The axles missed the heat treating operation during manufacturing, reducing their strength and possibly causing the axle beams to fracture.
Volvo Trucks North America – Axles May Fracture/Loss of Vehicle Control
| Report Received Date | 08/21/2019 |
| NHTSA ID | 19V617000 |
| Consequence Summary | Fracture of the axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | Volvo Trucks will notify the affected vehicle owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the axles as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 27, 2019. Owners may contact Meritor customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX1905. |
| Recall Code | RVXX1905 |
| Potentially Affected | 20 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V617000) |
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