Volvo Trucks North America recall 14V740
Safety Recall
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Trucks North America
- Units affected
- 115
- Recall opened
- Jan 16, 2015
- Report date
- Nov 18, 2014
- Manufacturer campaign
- RVXX1405
- Type
- Vehicle
Related investigation
NHTSA opened an investigation that led to this recall.
Affected vehicles (2)
- VOLVO VAH2011–2014
- VOLVO VNL2011–2014
Component / system
Defect
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 VAH and VNL trucks manufactured May 12, 2010, to October 31, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience premature tire failure during certain operating conditions such as high speeds, heavy load, and high road temperature.
Risk / consequence
Premature tire failure could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires and set the road speed limiter, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1405.
Source: NHTSA campaign 14V740000. Always confirm recall status and remedy availability with the manufacturer or a dealer using your VIN.