Safety Recall, RVXX1801, Jost Fifth Wheel – 2019 Volvo VNL & VNR Trucks

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo VNL

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V542

Manufacturer  Volvo Trucks North America

Components  TRAILER HITCHES

Potential Number of Units Affected  69

Trailer may Separate from Fifth Wheel

If the trailer separates from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Summary

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo VNL and VNR trucks equipped with Jost fifth wheel couplings. The fifth wheel may have an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow, possibly allowing the trailer to separate from the tractor.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fifth wheel slider bracket, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo’s number for this recall RVXX1801.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to  www.safercar.gov.

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