Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 45 of its 2024-2025 VNL and VNR commercial vehicles because the steering gear sector shaft may have been manufactured incorrectly. The shaft was improperly heat-treated, which can lead to the gear teeth cracking or fracturing during use. If this occurs, the driver could lose steering control, potentially leading to a crash. Dealers will inspect the serial numbers on the steering gears and replace them if necessary at no cost to the owner.
An improperly heat-treated steering gear shaft is prone to fracturing. If the shaft fails while the vehicle is in motion, the driver will lose the ability to steer the truck, which significantly increases the risk of a serious accident.
You have 2 options:
Dealer inspection of steering gear serial numbers.
Free replacement of the steering gear assembly if found defective.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response