Recall 14V740000: 2011–2014 Volvo VAH, 2011–2014 Volvo VNL
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 18, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 115
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 VAH and VNL trucks manufactured May 12, 2010, to October 31, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience premature tire failure during certain operating conditions such as high speeds, heavy load, and high road temperature.
The risk
Premature tire failure could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires and set the road speed limiter, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1405.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Volvo VAH
- 2012 Volvo VAH
- 2013 Volvo VAH
- 2014 Volvo VAH
- 2011 Volvo VNL
- 2012 Volvo VNL
- 2013 Volvo VNL
- 2014 Volvo VNL
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V740000
- Manufacturer campaign
- RVXX1405
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Trucks North America
- Owner letters
- Jan 16, 2015
- Components
- Tires (Wheels & Tires)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology