Reported Feb 24, 19971,928 vehicles affectedVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INCBuilt Nov 11, 1996 – Jan 29, 1997
The defect
Warning labels identifying the climbing sequence and process were omitted.
The risk
Persons not using the sequence and process during cab entry or exit or when using the optional back of cab access may slip and/or fall causing personal injury.
The remedy
Volvo heavy truck will be providing warning labels to be installed by owners on their trucks.
Owner notification:owner notification IS expected to begin march 18, 1997. Notes:owners who do not receive the warning label free of charge within a reasonable time should contact volvo gm heavy duty truck at 1-910-393-2000.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.