Volvo Vhd — Brakes
High risk
Oct 23, 2024
Model years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
On certain trucks, poor signal strength could cause the electronic control unit (ECU) to stop working or not to work properly. As a result, some safety systems may not work, includ
Also affects: Volvo Vah, Volvo Vn, Volvo Vnr
Volvo Vhd — Steering
High risk
Jun 4, 2024
Model years: 2025
On certain trucks, the steering gear may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, power steering fluid could leak and cause a loss of power steering assist.
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnr
Volvo Vhd — Steering
High risk
Oct 13, 2023
Model years: 2024
On certain trucks, the castle nut connecting the steering arm to the drag link may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the nut could loosen and separate, causing a loss
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnr
Volvo Vhd — Visual System
High risk
Jul 24, 2023
Model years: 2022, 2023, 2024
Issue: On certain trucks, the gears in the windshield wiper motor could wear. If this happens, the windshield wipers may not work. Safety Risk: Windshield wipers that don't work co
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnr, Volvo Vah
Volvo Vhd — Accessories
High risk
Mar 16, 2023
Model years: 2024
On certain trucks, the hub covers on the drive axles could come loose or detach while driving.
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnr
Volvo Vhd — Wheels
High risk
Jun 2, 2021
Model years: 2021, 2022
Issue: On certain trucks, the hubcaps may be defective and could come loose or detach while driving. Safety Risk: A hubcap that detaches from the truck could create a road hazard f
Also affects: Volvo Vah, Volvo Vnr, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vhd — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Mar 5, 2021
Model years: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
On certain trucks, when the manual override is used to switch off the daytime running lamps (DRLs), the lights may not turn on again when you start driving. Canadian regulations re
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnr
Volvo Vhd — Brakes
High risk
Dec 15, 2020
Model years: 2021
Issue: On certain trucks, the fittings for the air brake lines on the firewall pass-through plate may have been damaged during assembly. As a result, an air line could detach from
Also affects: Volvo Vnr, Volvo Vah, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vhd — Brakes
High risk
Sep 3, 2020
Model years: 2020, 2021
On certain trucks, the support plate for the brake pedal could fail. If this happens, the brake pedal could detach and cause a loss of braking.
Also affects: Volvo Vah, Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnr
Volvo Vhd — Structure
High risk
Jul 3, 2019
Model years: 2019, 2020
On certain trucks, the t-bolts for the transmission air tank straps may have been over-tightened. This could cause the straps to deform and allow the air tank to drop to the ground
Also affects: Volvo Vah, Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm
Volvo Vhd — Powertrain
High risk
Jul 3, 2019
Model years: 2018, 2019, 2020
On certain trucks, the fuse for the transmission electrical circuit may have a lower rating than what is required. As a result, the fuse could blow while driving. This could cause
Also affects: Volvo Vah, Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm
Volvo Vhd — Tires
High risk
Nov 21, 2018
Model years: 2019
Certain trucks were equipped with Bridgestone M864, M860A or M854 wide-base tires, size 425/65R22.5, that may not conform to the endurance testing requirements of Canada Motor Vehi
Also affects: Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vhd — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Nov 2, 2018
Model years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Certain vehicles equipped with a snowplow preparation kit may fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 108 - Lighting System and Retrore
Volvo Vhd — Steering
High risk
Oct 11, 2016
Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
On certain vehicles, a defect in the ball joint seals on the drag link could allow corrosion to form in the joint, leading to accelerated wear. This could result in ball joint fail
Volvo Vhd — Lights And Instruments
High risk
Oct 5, 2015
Model years: 2015, 2016
Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 - Lighting System and Retro reflective Devices. The headlamps may not meet the min
Also affects: Volvo Vah
Volvo Vhd — Brakes
High risk
Mar 18, 2015
Model years: 2015
On certain vehicles, brake chamber diaphragm(s) may not be properly seated. This could lead to brake drag, causing brake overheating or unintended spring brake application. These i
Also affects: Volvo Vnm, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vhd — Powertrain
High risk
Nov 20, 2014
Model years: 2014, 2015
On certain vehicles equipped with Eco-Roll, which allows the transmission to disengage from the engine in certain situations to conserve fuel, a defect in the software may prevent
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm
Volvo Vhd — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Nov 26, 2013
Model years: 2014
On certain trucks, the seat belts may not comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 209 - Seat Belt Assemblies. Due to a defect in manufacturing, the seat belt buckle may no
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm
Volvo Vhd — Visual System
High risk
Aug 9, 2013
Model years: 2011, 2012
On certain vehicles, the windshield wipers may fail. Loss of windshield wiping capability, should it occur during a rainy/snowy day, may compromise the driver’s ability to see the
Also affects: Volvo Vah, Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm
Volvo Vhd — Other
High risk
Jun 25, 2013
Model years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
On certain vehicles, the secondary clutch disengagement switch may have been omitted during vehicle assembly or, in some instances, removed during servicing. As such, primary switc
Also affects: Volvo Vah, Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vhd — Electrical
High risk
Mar 22, 2013
Model years: 2012, 2013, 2014
On certain trucks, the battery cables were fastened to the remote battery disconnect switch using incorrect hardware. In addition, the cables may be prone to chafing and vibration.
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm
Volvo Vhd — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Oct 18, 2012
Model years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Certain vehicles may fail to conform to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 210 – Seatbelt Assembly Anchorages. The weld used to secure the nut to the center-passenger seatbelt D-
Also affects: Volvo Vn
Volvo Vhd — Wheels
High risk
Oct 11, 2012
Model years: 2013
On certain vehicles, the wheel rims may have been manufactured incorrectly and could fail. A wheel separating from the vehicle could cause a loss of control and a crash. In additio
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm
Volvo Vhd — Brakes
High risk
Feb 1, 2012
Model years: 2011, 2012
On certain trucks equipped with Bendix ATR-6 Antilock Traction Relay valves, in extremely cold conditions (at or below -18 degrees Celsius), internal ATR valve leakage can occur. T
Also affects: Volvo Vnm, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vhd — Powertrain
High risk
May 19, 2011
Model years: 2012
On certain trucks, the driveshaft may not have been welded correctly during the manufacturing process. This could allow the driveshaft to fracture along the length of the tube seam
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm
Volvo Vhd — Brakes
High risk
May 2, 2011
Model years: 2011, 2012
On certain vehicles, the slack adjuster housings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which could allow the housings to fracture and fail. As a result, the wheel brake to which
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm
Volvo Vhd — Other
High risk
Dec 6, 2010
Model years: 2007, 2009
On certain trucks equipped with an air release fifth wheel hitch, the inversion valve on the frame may be orientated where contaminants can enter the valve through the exhaust port
Also affects: Volvo Vn, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vhd — Label
High risk
Oct 12, 2010
Model years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
On certain vehicles, the tire description may be incorrect on the certification label, which is a non-compliance to Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 120 - Tire Selection and Ri
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vt, Volvo Vnm
Volvo Vhd — Other
High risk
May 19, 2009
Model years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
On certain vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may be susceptible to water intrusion, which could result in an electrical short circuit and a fire. This could cause property damag
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vhd — Electrical
High risk
Dec 10, 2007
Model years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
On certain trucks, the automatic circuit breakers used to protect the vehicle lighting system may not provide adequate protection. If a short circuit occurs, components and wiring
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vhd — Other
High risk
Oct 19, 2007
Model years: 2007, 2008
On certain trucks, the fifth wheel hitch assembly's lever arm may have been incorrectly installed during the manufacturing process. The lever arm pivot bolt may have been over-tigh
Also affects: Volvo Vt, Volvo Vnm, Volvo Vnl
Volvo Vhd — Other
High risk
Sep 7, 2007
Model years: 2008
On certain vehicles, inadequate hood cylinder dampening may allow the hood to be opened with too much force. Once the cylinders reach full extension, this lack of dampening could c
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vhd — Fuel System
High risk
Aug 7, 2007
Model years: 2007, 2008
On certain trucks, when the ignition key is in the 'ON' position, the pre-heater, located in the fuel filter base, is energized. If this pre-heater is energized while maintenance i
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vhd — Steering
High risk
Jul 25, 2007
Model years: 2007, 2008
On certain trucks, the locknut used to retain the steering shaft may not have had the lock feature. As a result, the nut could loosen, allowing the steering shaft to separate, caus
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vhd — Wheels
High risk
Jun 11, 2006
Model years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
On certain vehicles, the material specification of the wheel spacer may not be suitable for some applications where severe operating conditions can result in degradation of the whe
Volvo Vhd — Steering
High risk
Mar 31, 2006
Model years: 2007
On certain vehicles, the steering shaft pinch bolt hole may be incorrectly located. As a result, the steering shaft may separate from the steering gear which could lead to a sudden
Also affects: Volvo Vn, Volvo Vt
Volvo Vhd — Engine
High risk
Jan 27, 2006
Model years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
On certain vehicles, the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler inlet pipes and/or the pipes that connect the EGR valves to the cooler may fail (crack or break). If the pipes or th
Also affects: Volvo Vnl, Volvo Vnm
Volvo Vhd — Other
High risk
Sep 21, 2004
Model years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
On certain vehicles, the windshield wiper motor may be susceptible to salt spray intrusion which could cause the wiper motor connector to overheat and ignite. A vehicle fire could
Also affects: Volvo Vn
Volvo Vhd — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Aug 23, 2004
Model years: 2003, 2004
Certain vehicles do not comply with the requirements of CMVSS 207. The Isringhausen brand two man bench seat installation does not withstand forces required by the standard. Correc
Volvo Vhd — Steering
High risk
Feb 10, 2004
Model years: 2003
On certain vehicles, the pinch bolt that attaches the drag link to the pitman arm may not have been tightened to the required torque value. This condition could allow the pinch bol
Volvo Vhd — Other
High risk
Feb 10, 2004
Model years: 2002, 2003
On certain vehicles, an incorrectly assembled engine pre-heater jumper wiring harness may allow continuous electrical power to the engine pre-heater power relays if the fuse in the
Also affects: Volvo Vn
Volvo Vhd — Suspension
High risk
May 5, 2003
Model years: 2002
On certain vehicles, the upper forward and/or rear drive axle seat may break potentially allowing the affected axle to shift out of alignment. This condition could result in loss o
Also affects: Volvo Vn, Volvo Wxll, Volvo Wx
Volvo Vhd — Seats And Restraints
High risk
Apr 22, 2003
Model years: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
On certain vehicles equipped with an optional two man passenger bench seat. The weld on the D-ring mounting bracket for the seat belt at the bench seat inboard (center) position ma
Volvo Vhd — Steering
High risk
Jun 28, 2002
Model years: 2000, 2001, 2002
On certain heavy-duty class 8, VHD axle back vehicles. The telescoping steering shaft in some driving situations could bottom out and side load the steering gear input shaft whenev
Volvo Vhd — Suspension
High risk
Mar 28, 2002
Model years: 2001
On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks the forward and/or rear drive axle upper axle seat can break allowing the axle to shift out of alignment. This could result in a loss of axle s
Also affects: Volvo Vn, Volvo Wx, Volvo Wxll, Volvo Wxr
Volvo Vhd — Steering
High risk
Aug 9, 2001
Model years: 2000, 2001
Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks. The lower steering shaft may side-load the steering gear input shaft. This condition could result in non-uniform steering wheel efforts when turn
Volvo Vhd — Steering
High risk
May 23, 2001
Model years: 2000, 2001
On certain vehicles, the design of the lower steering column shaft universal joint boot could allow the boot to get entangled in the universal joint. This can cause increased steer
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