Recall 15V523000 — STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION Defect in 2012-2016 VOLVO VAH
RECALL This recall affects up to 1,319 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 15V523000 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Vehicles Affected | 1,319 |
| Component | STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 VAH trucks manufactured January 31, 2011, to June 25, 2015, and equipped with a sealed drag link. In the affected trucks, the draglink ball socket boot may be damaged due to the angle of the ball stud. A damaged boot may allow contaminants to enter and corrode the ball socket.
Safety Consequence
Corrosion will accelerate wear of the ball, possibly resulting in the ball joint separating from the socket, causing loss of steering and an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag link with one that has an improved geometry, free of charge. The recall began on October 13, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1503.
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