Reported Feb 28, 19951,157 vehicles affectedVOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORPBuilt Oct 1, 1993 – Jan 1, 1995
The defect
The wrong ball socket assembly was used to attach the steering arms to both the steering drag link and the steering RAM assist cylinder, resulting in a binding condition.
The risk
This condition can cause the ball socket to fatigue, increasing the potential for loss of steering control and an accident.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the ball socket assembly on the affected vehicles.
System: steering; linkages.vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 trucks.note: if your vehicle IS presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy IS not provided free of charge within a reasonable time, contact volvo gm at 1-910-279-2000. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.