Recall 99V240000: 1995–1999 Volvo WX

Report received

Aug 30, 1999

Manufacturer

Volvo trucks north america inc

Potentially affected

166vehicles

Model years

1995–1999

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

Vehicle description: dual steer class 8 heavy duty trucks. The front steer axle brakes do not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."

Possible consequence

A slow brake release time can cause premature brake wear which if left unchecked could lead to brake failure and vehicle crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install a relay valve in the front steering axle brake system.

Affected model years

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

• 1995 Volvo WX0 complaints
• 1996 Volvo WX0 complaints
• 1997 Volvo WX0 complaints
• 1998 Volvo WX0 complaints
• 1999 Volvo WX0 complaints