NHTSA recall 17V-536 (17V536000)
steering recall reported August 29, 2017 - about 470 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 17V536000
- Also written as
- 17V-536
- Manufacturer number
- RVXX1702
- Reported
- August 29, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- ~470
- Component
- steering
What is being recalled
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016 Volvo VNL and VNM trucks equipped with certain Dana Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Why it is dangerous
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1702.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 17V-536 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.