Volvo Trucks Fm: Rear Axle V-stay Ball Joint Can Prematurely Wear.
Recall Summary Volvo Trucks is recalling approximately 5,224 FM and FH model vehicles because the sealing boot on the rear axle V-stay ball joint can become damaged at high angles, allowing water and dirt to enter and cause premature wear. This wear can make the axle become loose, which affects vehicle safety. Volvo will modify and fit a replacement V-stay to address the issue.
- Recalling firm
- VOLVO TRUCKS
- Product
- Vehicles: VOLVO TRUCKS FM, VOLVO TRUCKS FH. Units affected: 5,224
- Reason
- At high inclination the sealing boot of the axle 'V' stay ball joint can be damaged and allow the ingress of water and dirt which can cause the ball joint to wear prematurely and cause the axle to become loose. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit modified 'V' stay
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2005-10-31
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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