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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 10V492📅 Oct 18, 2010

2008–2011 Volvo VHD & 2008–2011 Volvo VNL + 2 more recall: equipment

⚠️ What's wrong

Volvo is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 VHD, VNL, VNM, as well as 2008-2010 VT vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." the tire description may be incorrect on the vehicle's certification label.

💥 The risk

The misinformation on these labels could lead to a vehicle overloading that CAN increase risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the labels free of charge. The safety recall began on february 25, 2011. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
10V492000
Manufacturer recall #
RVXX1005
Manufacturer
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
Vehicles affected
1,926
Component
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Owner phone
1-800-458-1552
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 25, 2011
Built
Aug 13, 2007 – Mar 26, 2010
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Volvo safety recall no. RVXX1005.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 10V492 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 10V492?

2008–2011 Volvo VHD & 2008–2011 Volvo VNL + 2 more. 1,926 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Volvo dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-458-1552.