Volvo Vnm 2001

Model Vnm made in 2001 by Volvo got 1 consumer complain there is 1 investigation as well as 9 recalls. Consumer complaints with reference to electrical system. . The car had one investigation (suspension). There were some recalls concerningelectrical system, exterior lighting and service brakes, air.

Model 2001

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY
03V381000VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 01/08/2001 to 05/23/2003V (Vehicle)17611/11/2003MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA10/08/200310/20/2003
Defect SummaryOn certain heavy-duty class trucks, salt and other highway snow and ice removal chemicals are getting under the protective caps of the chassis mounted emergency start studs and corroding them. this condition deteriorates the studs and the connections.
Consequence SummaryOver time the studs may loosen sufficiently to cause an electrical short.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install new chassis mounted emergency start studs and associated battery cables. owner notification is expected to begin during november 2003. owners should contact volvo at 1-800-528-6586.
NotesVolvo truck recall no. rvxx0307.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
02V014000VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INCfrom 06/05/2000 to 08/31/2001V (Vehicle)18412/12/2001MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA01/15/200201/25/2002571108
Defect SummaryCertain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. two reflectors are missing from the end of the frame crossmember.
Consequence SummaryAt night, in a bob-tailed (no trailer) condition, the rear of the truck may not be as visible to vehicles following the truck, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install the two missing reflectors. owner notification began december 12, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS - SWITCH
02V238000VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INCfrom 11/11/1990 to 07/17/2002V (Vehicle)553210/31/2002MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA09/09/200209/16/2002571108
Defect SummaryCertain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. the two tail lamps, back-up lamp,and license tag lamp were mounted on insufficiently rigid mounts.
Consequence SummaryIt may not allow the driver of a rearward approaching vehicle to have full view of the lamps.
Corrective SummaryDealers will attach the two tail lamps, back-up lamp, and the license tap lamp on stiffer brackets. owner notification began october 31, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK
02V110000VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INCfrom 10/20/1997 to 11/01/2001V (Vehicle)20804/29/2002MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA04/11/200204/15/2002571121
Defect SummaryCertain heavy duty class 8 vehicles fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, air brake systems, s5.1.6.3, antilock power for towed vehicles. electrical power for the trailer anti-lock braking system (abs) can be disrupted when a switch located on the vehicle instrument panel is activated to control lighting within the trailer.
Consequence SummaryIf this condition occurs, the driver can lose of the towed vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install a wiring harness which will provide continuous electrical power to the trailer abs whenever the ignition switch is in the on or run position. owner notification began april 29, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - CHECK VALVE
02V018003VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INCfrom 09/03/2001 to 11/05/2001V (Vehicle)181402/27/2002MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA02/11/200202/14/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor wabco pneumatic anitlock brake system (abs) valve packages, the assembly bolts on these valve packages were not tightened correctly.
Consequence SummaryBolts torqued below specification will not reliably prevent air leakage at the affected abs valve package interface joints once the component begins normal vehicle operation. if air leaks develop at any of the abs valve package interface joints, brake system pressure reductions could occur during braking or normal operation with units equipped with the traction control option, potentially extending stopping distances, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will tighten the fasteners to the proper specification. owner notification began february 27, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
STEERING - LINKAGES - LINK - DRAG - CONNECTION
10V282000VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA V (Vehicle)63788MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA06/24/201006/24/2010
Defect SummaryVolvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2001-2006 vnl and vnm trucks manufactured with a trw sealed drag links. certain factors can exist, which if left untreated may result in a ball socket separation.
Consequence SummaryBall socket separation at the drag link results in complete loss of steering, and therefore can result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will inspect and repair the ball socket or the drag link as required if necessary. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before august 15, 2010. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
NotesVolvo recall no. rvxx1003.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 .
SUSPENSION - FRONT
03V199000VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INCfrom 08/06/1998 to 03/01/2002V (Vehicle)43310/06/2003ODIVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA05/28/200306/03/2003
Defect SummaryOn certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
Consequence SummarySeizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace all front axle hubs. an interim notice to owners was mailed on june 25, 2003. final owner notification began on october 6, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo at 1-800-528-6586.
NotesVolvo recall no. rvxx0304.customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
TRAILER HITCHES - FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
03V204000VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INCfrom 01/02/2001 to 04/11/2003V (Vehicle)1275MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA05/30/200306/06/2003
Defect SummaryOn certain heavy duty trucks equipped with jost international jsk 37u series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.
Consequence SummaryIf left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jost international at 616-846-7700 or by email to recall@jostinternational.com or volvo truck at 800-528-6586.
NotesAlso, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER - MOTOR
09V173000VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA V (Vehicle)12776409/30/2009MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA05/21/200905/21/2009
Defect SummaryVolvo trucks is recalling 127,764 my 2001-2008 vhd, vnl, vnm, and my 2005-2008 vt trucks. a seal may fail allowing water and contaminants to seep into the windshield wiper motor.
Consequence SummaryIf this happens a short circuit may occur, which over time could possibly lead to a vehicle fire.
Corrective SummaryVolvo will replace the wiper motor free of charge. since this recall involves a large number of vehicles, volvo will release the recall in stages as parts are received. priority will be given to the vehicles located in the regions/states that have a corrosive environment. the recall is expected to begin on or before september 15, 2009. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
NotesVolvo trucks recall no. rvxx0902.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 .

Investigations


NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
SUSPENSION - FRONT - HUB
PE02095VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA12/11/200205/30/2003INTEGRAL HUB AND BEARING ASSEMBLY03V199000
 The companies involved in this matter are: skf (hub mfr), arvinmeritor (front axle mfr), and volvo (manufacturer of class viii tractor/trucks).skf identified manufacturing defects for specific build dates on front axle hub and bearings (wheel bearings) supplied to arvinmeritor.as a result, arvinmeritor notified volvo of axles supplied with possible defective front hub assemblies.as a result of that notification, 433 trucks are being recalled by volvo for defective front axle wheel bearings which may fail in such a way that a wheel separation or wheel bearing fire occurs.see attached summary report for additional details.

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD
01/24/20051
 An electrical fire occurred in the engine compartment.*ak

Car dealers selling


StateCityZipNamePhone
FLMIAMI33166TRUCK MAX SERVICE305-777-9000