Volvo VHD, VT +1 more: Service brakes — quick release valve

Affects Volvo VHD, VT, VN · 2006–2010 — about 6K vehicles.

The hazard

CORROSION OF THE VALVE CAN CAUSE IT TO MALFUNCTION, THEREBY ADVERSELY AFFECTING BRAKING PERFORMANCE AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

What to do

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE INVERSION VALVE AND REPLACE AS REQUIRED. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE FEBRUARY 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational