Volvo Volvo Truck 1981
Model Volvo Truck made in 1981 by Volvo got 3 recalls. There were some recalls concerningservice brakes, hydraulic, steering and structure.
Model 1981
Recalls
Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
84V054000 | VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP | from 03/01/1977 to 11/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 4408 | 09/28/1984 | MFR | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 05/02/1984 | 06/05/1984 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The brake line between the proportioning valve and the rear wheel brake may fracture. | |||||||||||||||
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Corrective Summary | The brake line will be replaced without charge. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle 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) | ||||||||||||||||
82V015000 | VOLVO OF AMERICA CORP. | from 05/01/1979 to 11/01/1981 | V (Vehicle) | 449 | 05/26/1982 | MFR | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 02/23/1982 | 03/01/1982 | |||||||
Defect Summary | Some 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. | |||||||||||||||
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Corrective Summary | Dealer 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. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle description: trucks, heavy.system: steering; lower steering shaft.consequences of defect: this may lead to a loss of vehicle control and anaccident. | |||||||||||||||
STRUCTURE | ||||||||||||||||
84V055000 | VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP | from 03/01/1977 to 12/01/1983 | V (Vehicle) | 4765 | 09/28/1984 | MFR | VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA | 05/02/1984 | 06/01/1984 | |||||||
Defect Summary | The 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 Summary | The clamps that attach the two rear-most torsion bars to the chassis will be replaced at no charge. | |||||||||||||||
Notes | Vehicle 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. |