Volvo N10 1986

Model N10 made in 1986 by Volvo got 2 recalls. There were some recalls concerningexterior lighting, suspension.

Model 1986

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
86V050000VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORPfrom 03/01/1984 to 03/01/1986V (Vehicle)120604/09/1986MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA04/01/198604/24/1986571108
Defect SummaryTrucks were built with headlamps wiring harnesses which may have the upper beam/lower beam wires reversed. this causes the trucks not to be in compliance with fmvss 108. consequence of defect: lamps would use the upper beam filament when operated in the lower beam mode. this may cause visual problems to the oncoming driver and may lead to an accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryRepair headlamp wiring to assure comformance with fmvss 108.
NotesSystem: headlamps/fmvss 108.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks 26,000 lbs. gvwr and greater.
SUSPENSION - FRONT - KING PIN
87V081000VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORPfrom 10/01/1985 to 03/01/1987V (Vehicle)213206/11/1987MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA06/01/198706/09/1987
Defect SummaryThe tapered king pin may have been broken shortly after assembly into the axle.
Consequence SummaryKing pin could work loose, causing erratic steeringwhich could result in loss of control and a crash.
Corrective SummaryRepair to correct broken king pin condition.
NotesSystem: king pin.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks with gvwr of 24,500.