Recall 19V617 affects 20 2015 Volvo Vnl trucks with front steer axles that can fracture. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 20 2015 Vnl trucks because Meritor FF967 Non-Drive Front Steer axles missed heat treatment during manufacturing, reducing axle strength. A fractured axle beam can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk, and the Volvo dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The front steer axle on a 2015 Volvo Vnl truck is the heavy beam assembly that supports the front of the truck and holds the steering wheels in alignment. It carries weight, road shock, and steering forces while the driver turns or brakes. On these trucks, the axle in question is a Meritor FF967 Non-Drive Front Steer axle.
The defect is in how that axle beam was made. During manufacturing, the axle missed the heat treating step, a controlled heating process that gives the metal its required strength. Without that process, the beam is weaker than designed. Normal service loads can lead to a fracture in the axle beam, which can make the truck inoperable and cause loss of vehicle control.
The warning sign is a change in how the truck handles. A driver can notice degraded handling before the axle beam fractures. If handling changes or the truck becomes hard to control, stop driving and have the axle inspected.
Who's affected?
| 2015 Volvo Vnl | front suspension |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 20 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2015 Volvo Vnl truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
An axle beam fracture can affect handling and lead to loss of vehicle control, which raises crash risk. If the truck starts handling abnormally or becomes inoperable, stop using it and contact a franchised Volvo dealer for inspection guidance. Repair will be free at any franchised Volvo dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015 Volvo Vnl is included in this recall.
- Watch for Volvo's owner notice, mailed September 27, 2019, and contact Volvo customer service if you never received it.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer and reference recall number 19V617 when asking about repair availability.
- Schedule the front steer axle inspection and axle replacement if needed, which addresses axle beams with reduced strength from the missed heat-treating operation.
- Drive cautiously until a Volvo dealer completes the inspection and any required axle replacement.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician will inspect the Meritor FF967 front steer axles and replace affected axles as necessary. The final dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. If you paid for axle-related repairs before the owner notice, Volvo's General Reimbursement Plan addresses documented repair costs. Contact Volvo Trucks or Meritor customer service with your repair paperwork to start that review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 21, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 28, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| August 28, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 27, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 18, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| October 18, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V617?
Recall 19V617 covers 20 2015 Volvo Vnl vehicles with Meritor FF967 Non-Drive Front Steer axles that missed heat treatment during manufacturing. The reduced axle strength can lead to an axle beam fracture. Volvo dealers will inspect and replace the axles as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2015 Volvo Vnl is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V617. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer and ask for recall RVXX1905. The dealer will inspect the front steer axle and replace it as needed at no cost.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost, and Volvo's remedy says dealers will inspect and replace the affected axles as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The front steer axle beam can fracture if the axle lacks the required heat treatment. An axle beam fracture can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free Volvo dealer inspection before returning the vehicle to normal use.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V617000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-528-6586 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V617 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V617000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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