Volvo Trucks Fl12: Cracking Of Rear Suspension Vee Stays

Volvo Trucks is recalling 1,899 vehicles from its FL12, FL7, and FL10 models due to cracking found in the rear suspension vee stays. Volvo dealers will inspect the affected vehicles for cracks and either reinforce the stays with clamps or repair them if cracks are present. This recall affects vehicles distributed in the United Kingdom.

Recalling firm
VOLVO TRUCKS
Product
Vehicles: VOLVO TRUCKS FL12, VOLVO TRUCKS FL7, VOLVO TRUCKS FL10. Units affected: 1,899
Reason
Instances of cracking on the tube section of the rear suspension vee stays have occurred. Remedy: The vee stays on affected vehicles are being inspected for cracks by Volvo dealers. Where there is no evidence of cracking the stays will be strengthened by the fitment of re-inforcing clamps. In cases where cracking has occurred this will be repaired
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
1996-11-25
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/6783b533-1477-4fa6-8118-ba70ec6dbcfc