Volvo Trucks Fm: Axle May Become Insecure
Volvo Trucks is recalling 88 FM and FH model trucks because the mounting screws for the steered axles may not have been properly tightened during manufacturing. If these screws loosen, the axle could become unstable and affect steering control. Affected vehicle owners will be contacted to have the axle screw tension checked and components replaced if necessary.
- Recalling firm
- VOLVO TRUCKS
- Product
- Vehicles: VOLVO TRUCKS FM, VOLVO TRUCKS FH. Units affected: 88
- Reason
- The mounting screws for the steered axles may not have been tightened correctly at the factory. If the screws are not fully tight the screws may undo and in the very worst case scenario if warnings are not heeded lead to the axle/s becoming insecure with the attendent loss of directional control. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check torque of the axle screws. Where necessary the axle locating pin will be checked and new screws fitted. Additionally where necessary the suspension anchorage will be replaced.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2015-08-05
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/8d6341e4-abf9-42b2-b838-98609aa37e9c