Volvo Trucks North America recall 13V268
Safety Recall
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Trucks North America
- Units affected
- 23,056
- Recall opened
- Aug 26, 2013
- Report date
- Jun 26, 2013
- Manufacturer campaign
- RVXX1303
- Type
- Vehicle
Related investigation
NHTSA opened an investigation that led to this recall.
Affected vehicles (5)
- VOLVO VAH2007–2014
- VOLVO VHD2007–2014
- VOLVO VNL2007–2014
- VOLVO VNM2007–2014
- VOLVO VT2007–2014
Component / system
Defect
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied.
Risk / consequence
Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the distance required to stop the truck may lengthen, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
Source: NHTSA campaign 13V268000. Always confirm recall status and remedy availability with the manufacturer or a dealer using your VIN.