Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | ||||||
| PE01041 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 12/03/2001 | 06/14/2002 | STEERING GEARBOX OR U-JOINT | ||
| Alleged that the steering locks-up, pulls or binds | ||||||
| PE01042 | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 12/03/2001 | 09/06/2002 | STEERING AXLE U-BOLT | ||
| Allege the u-bolts loosen or fracture resulting in displacement of the front axle | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | |||
| 1 | 08/01/2001 | ||
| Owner reports regular occurrence of steering wheel lock-up. reports that wheel frequently lock after 1/2-3/4 revolution of steer wheel while maneuvering at low speeds or while accelerating from stop.upon locking, steering wheel must be force to regain movement . *mj | |||
| STEERING - GEAR BOX - SHAFT PITMAN | |||
| 3 | 08/01/1999 | ||
| This truck has a lot of front end problems that can never be solved company owns 53 units and they all have the same problems tire wear vibaration. *ak | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 2 | |||
| Consumer states that the steering column had to be replaced on several occasions. *tt | |||