Volvo Volvo Truck 1980

Model Volvo Truck made in 1980 by Volvo got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningservice brakes, hydraulic, steering and structure.

Model 1980

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
84V054000VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORPfrom 03/01/1977 to 11/01/1983V (Vehicle)440809/28/1984MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA05/02/198406/05/1984
Defect SummaryThe brake line between the proportioning valve and the rear wheel brake may fracture.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe brake line will be replaced without charge.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks.system: service brakes; brake lines, metallic.consequences of defect: brake fluid leakage could lead to loss of rear brakes,resulting in loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: brake fluid level should be checked daily until the recall procedure isperformed.
STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
82V015000VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP.from 05/01/1979 to 11/01/1981V (Vehicle)44905/26/1982MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA02/23/198203/01/1982
Defect SummarySome of the involved vehicles may be susceptible to extensive rusting of the splined section of the lower steering shaft. this could prevent the splined shaft from moving into the sleeve. if this occurs, excessive stress is applied between the joint connection and input shaft, causing unacceptable motion of the universal joint connection.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealer will inspect and replace the existing column with a newly designed column or will invert the existing column to locate the splined section inside the cab, at no cost to owner.
NotesVehicle description: trucks, heavy.system: steering; lower steering shaft.consequences of defect: this may lead to a loss of vehicle control and anaccident.
STRUCTURE
84V055000VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORPfrom 03/01/1977 to 12/01/1983V (Vehicle)476509/28/1984MFRVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA05/02/198406/01/1984
Defect SummaryThe torsion bar clamp may allow the torsion bar to move. increased effort will be required to raise or lower the tilt cab.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe clamps that attach the two rear-most torsion bars to the chassis will be replaced at no charge.
NotesVehicle description: heavy trucks with tilt cabs.system: structure; tilt cab torsion bar.consequences of defect: the increased effort required may result in personalinjury to persons servicing affected vehicle.