Recall 15V524000

SERVICE BRAKES

Report Date
20150817
Component
SERVICE BRAKES
Affected Vehicles
8 models

Defect Description

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 VNL and VNM trucks manufactured May 31, 2011, to December 1, 2014. In the affected trucks, the trailer hand brake handle may not to return to the off position due to being restricted by the cut out in the trim panel.

Safety Consequence

If the brake handle does return to the off position, the trailer service brakes may drag causing the wheel end to overheat and potentially cause a wheel end fire or tire blowout. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trim panel slot and make it longer, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-258-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1504.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2012 VOLVO VNL
2012 VOLVO VNM
2013 VOLVO VNL
2013 VOLVO VNM
2014 VOLVO VNL
2014 VOLVO VNM
2015 VOLVO VNL
2015 VOLVO VNM

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.