Recall 05V457000: 2006 Volvo VN

Report received

Oct 4, 2005

Manufacturer

Volvo trucks north america, inc.

Potentially affected

7vehicles

Model years

2006

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 trucks equipped with arvinmeritor series 145 and 160 rear drive axles. Some of the spindles were overheated during the heat treat process which could result in a fracture of the spindle.

Possible consequence

If a spindle fractures while the vehicle is in motion, it may cause wheel separation, which could, without warning result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the spindle for suspect heat codes and replace the axle if necessary. The recall began on december 12, 2005. Owners may contact vovlo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Affected model years

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

• 2006 Volvo VN2 complaints