NHTSA recall 13V-268 (13V268000)
power train recall reported June 26, 2013 - about 23,056 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 13V268000
- Also written as
- 13V-268
- Manufacturer number
- RVXX1303
- Reported
- June 26, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- ~23,056
- Component
- power train
What is being recalled
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied.
Why it is dangerous
Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the distance required to stop the truck may lengthen, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 13V-268 when calling a dealer.
Affected 5 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.