Recall 05V179000: 2004–2005 Volvo VHD

Report received

Apr 28, 2005

Manufacturer

Volvo trucks north america, inc.

Potentially affected

22vehicles

Model years

2004–2005

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

Certain trucks equipped with an auxiliary lift axle fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, 'air brake systems.' an auxiliary air tank required for the auxiliary lift axle was not installed.

Possible consequence

During multiple applications of the brake pedal, the stopping distance may increase due to the lack of additional air capacity, which could result in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install the air tank free of charge. The recall began on june 30, 2005. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Affected model years

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

• 2004 Volvo VHD3 complaints
• 2005 Volvo VHD3 complaints