NHTSA Recall 20V384000
Filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Component: Equipment. Reported 2020-07-01. An estimated 89 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2021 VNL and VNR buses. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the rear drive axles stated on the Federal Certification Label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk
If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2002.
Manufacturer campaign number: RVXX2002
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.