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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 16V735📅 Oct 13, 2016

2009–2016 Volvo VHD recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2016 VHD trucks manufactured from April 7, 2008, through December 9, 2015, equipped with USK non-greasable drag links. The ball joint seals may be compromised, which can allow water and other contaminants to enter the ball joints.

💥 The risk

If water and contaminants enter the ball joint, corrosion can occur and lead to accelerated wear, which over time can result in failure of the ball joint, possibly resulting in complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1606.

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
16V735000
Manufacturer recall #
RVXX1606
Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Vehicles affected
4,177
Component
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT; SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:UPPER BALL JOINT
Owner phone
1-800-528-6586
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Dec 2, 2016
Built
Apr 7, 2008 – Dec 9, 2015
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 16V735 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 16V735?

2009–2016 Volvo VHD. 4,177 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 1-800-528-6586.