Volvo Trucks Fh: Possible Loss Of Steering Control

Recall Summary Volvo Trucks FH vehicles may have a steering component (drag link end ball joint nut) that was not tightened to the correct specification during manufacturing. If this nut loosens or detaches, the driver could lose steering control of the vehicle. The recall affects 25 vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom, and Volvo will inspect and retighten or replace the nut as needed.

Recalling firm

VOLVO TRUCKS

Product

Vehicles: VOLVO TRUCKS FH. Units affected: 25

Reason

It is possible that the steering drag link end ball joint nut may not have been torqued to the correct specification. This can lead to a loosening of the nut and in extreme cases detachment of the joint with the associated loss of control of the vehicle. Remedy: Recall all affected vehicle and check torque of drag link end nut. If loose replace nut and torque to the correct specification.

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United Kingdom

Agency

UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall date

2013-07-24

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/5d3c52dd-7b44-45b5-bf42-cdbffb69dc0c