Recall 02V317000: 2002 Volvo VHD and 4 other models

Report received

Nov 25, 2002

Manufacturer

Volvo trucks north america inc

Potentially affected

213vehicles

Model years

2002

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks with volvo b-ride rear suspension, the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle seat could break allowing the affected axle to shift out of alignment.

Possible consequence

This condition could result in loss of axle stability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the upper axle seat on both rear drive axles. Owner notification began january 14, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2002 Volvo VHD0 complaints
• 2002 Volvo VN0 complaints
• 2002 Volvo WX0 complaints
• 2002 Volvo Wxll0 complaints
• 2002 Volvo WXR0 complaints