Recall 10V571 affects 6,187 2006-2010 Volvo Vhd, Vt, and Vn trucks for inversion-valve corrosion that affects braking performance. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 6,187 2006-2010 Vhd, Vt, and Vn trucks equipped with an air release fifth wheel because contaminants can enter the inversion valve and corrode the brake valve. Corrosion can make the valve malfunction, reduce braking performance, and increase crash risk; the Volvo dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
On these 2006-2010 Volvo Vhd, Vt, and Vn trucks, the air release fifth wheel uses an air valve mounted on the frame. That valve controls air flow for the release system and is part of the truck's air-brake supply hardware, so it needs to stay clean and move freely.
The problem is the valve orientation. The exhaust port sits in a position where contaminants can enter the valve. Once contamination gets inside, the brake valve can corrode. Corrosion keeps the valve from working as designed and can interfere with the air system tied to that fifth-wheel release equipment.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not count on a light, sound, or normal daily inspection to tell you the valve has started to corrode.
Who's affected?
The recall spans the Vhd, Vt, and Vn truck lines across the 2006-2010 model years, all tied to the same brake system component.
| 2007 Volvo Vhd | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2009 Volvo Vt | brake system |
| 2007 Volvo Vn | brake system |
| 2006 Volvo Vn | brake system |
| 2008 Volvo Vn | brake system |
| 2007 Volvo Vt | brake system |
| 2008 Volvo Vt | brake system |
| 2009 Volvo Vn | brake system |
| 2010 Volvo Vn | brake system |
| 2009 Volvo Vhd | brake system |
| Units affected | 6,187 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Corrosion in the inversion valve can make the valve malfunction, reduce braking performance, and increase the risk of a crash. Until the vehicle is repaired, drive cautiously, leave extra following distance, and schedule service promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Volvo dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2006-2010 Volvo Vhd, Vt, or Vn truck is included in this recall.
- Use Volvo's owner letter mailed by February 18, 2011, or call Volvo Trucks customer service to confirm the repair path for your VIN.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer and reference recall number 10V571 when you ask about the free brake inversion-valve inspection.
- Schedule the inversion-valve inspection and replacement if needed, which fixes the valve corrosion risk that affects braking performance.
- Drive cautiously until the dealer completes the repair. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician inspects the inversion valve mounted on the frame and replaces it if the inspection shows contamination or corrosion risk. The source does not list a final remedy status, but the dealer repair is covered under the recall once the dealer can perform it. The original repair notice said the free service was expected to begin on or before February 18, 2011.
Timeline
| November 12, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 18, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V571?
Recall 10V571 covers 6,187 2006-2010 Volvo Vhd, Vt, and Vn trucks with an air-release fifth wheel. The inversion valve can admit contaminants through the exhaust port. Corrosion can make the brake valve malfunction, affecting braking performance and increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2006-2010 Volvo Vhd, Vt, or Vn is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 10V571. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo truck dealer to schedule the inspection. The dealer will inspect the inversion valve and replace it if required.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the safety defect at no cost. Volvo dealers will inspect the inversion valve and replace it if required, with parts and labor covered under recall 10V571.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced braking performance. If corrosion makes the brake valve malfunction, the truck's braking performance can be affected, increasing the risk of a crash. The repair path is an inspection and valve replacement if required at a Volvo truck dealer.
What if I bought my Volvo truck used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Vhd, Vt, or Vn is included, then reference recall 10V571 when you call a Volvo truck dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V571000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-528-6586 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V571 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V571000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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