Volvo VNL, Vah +1 more: Trailer hitches — fifth wheel assembly

Affects Volvo VNL, Vah, VNM · 2011–2013 — about 669 vehicles.

The hazard

If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

Volvo will notify owners, and Fontaine dealers will replace the fifth wheel with an Ultra NT model fifth wheel, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1507.

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