NHTSA recall 05V179000
Service brakes, air
Volvo VHD84B
Reported Apr 28, 200522 vehicles affectedVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC.Maker’s number RVXX0501Built Mar 24, 2003 – Feb 26, 2004
The defect
Certain trucks equipped with an auxiliary lift axle fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, 'air brake systems.' an auxiliary air tank required for the auxiliary lift axle was not installed.
The risk
During multiple applications of the brake pedal, the stopping distance may increase due to the lack of additional air capacity, which could result in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will install the air tank free of charge. the recall began on june 30, 2005. owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.