NHTSA Recall # | 73341 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 10V359000 |
MFG Compaign # | RVXX1004 |
Manufacturer | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA |
Supplier | VOLVO |
Brand | VOLVO |
Model | VN |
Model Year | 2010 |
Component | VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR |
Date of notification | 01/12/10 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/03/08 |
End date of manufacturing | 06/02/09 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 03/08/10 |
Report created | 04/08/10 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 3984 |
Defect summary | Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 vnl, vt, and 780 trucks manufactured from march 1, 2008 through february 6, 2009. The bottom track that attaches to the arms used to open and close the window may de-bond, which results in the glass coming loose at the bottom. |
Consequence summary | The upper window hinges may fail and allow the glass to fall out of the window frame creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Dealers will inspect and repair as required free of charge. The safety recall began on december 1, 2010. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586. |
Recall notes | Volvo recall no. Rvxx1004. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov . |