Volvo Volvo Truck 1983

Model Volvo Truck made in 1983 by Volvo got 4 recalls. There were some recalls concerningseat belts, service brakes, hydraulic and structure.

Volvo truck year 1983

Recalls

Model 1983

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
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
85V035000	VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP	from 08/01/1983 to 03/01/1985	V (Vehicle)	9393		MFR	VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA	04/01/1985	04/16/1985
Defect Summary	The seat belt may not remain snug after adjustment. consequence of defect: in the event of a sudden stop or accident the seat belts may not sufficiently restrain the occupants and result in injuries.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	Repair seat belts or alter design for snug belt adjustment and retention.
Notes	Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks 26,000 lbs. gvwr and greater. system: seat belts.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
86V104000	VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP	from 07/01/1983 to 07/01/1986	V (Vehicle)	19921	09/02/1986	MFR	VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA	08/05/1986	08/08/1986
Defect Summary	Seat belt may loosen when extended completely from the non-locking retractor, even though it is buckled and adjusted snugly. this allows the free end of the belt to creep back into the retractor without warning. consequence of defect: seat belt may not properly restrain occupant in event of a sudden stop or accident.
Consequence Summary
Corrective Summary	Repair or replace seat belt, as necessary.
Notes	System: seat belt.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks 26,000 lbs. gvwr and greater.
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.
Consequence Summary
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.
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.