Recall 09V030000: 2006–2009 Volvo VNL

Report received

Jan 27, 2009

Manufacturer

Volvo trucks north america

Potentially affected

366vehicles

Model years

2006–2009

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

Volvo trucks is recalling 366 my 2006-2009 vnl trucks equipped with super single tires, bendix brake cam tubes, and volvo air suspension. The vibration frequency from the suspension with super single tires may result in a fatigue crack of the mounting brackets for the brake cam tube.

Possible consequence

If left untreated, the crack can propagate and cause failure of the brake cam tube support bracket(s), which can result in loss of brakes at the corresponding wheel end increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will add a support bracket to the brake cam tube. The recall began on june 30, 2009. 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.

• 2006 Volvo VNL7 complaints
• 2007 Volvo VNL15 complaints
• 2008 Volvo VNL3 complaints
• 2009 Volvo VNL2 complaints