Volvo Trucks

FM

55 UK vehicle recalls on record for this model, listed most recent first.

If your FM is covered by any of these notices, contact your authorised Volvo Trucks dealer. All recall work is carried out free of charge.

Notices on record

Volvo Trucks FM · DVSA register

All recall notices.

M0387 Silencer particulate filter insert gasket replace

R/2026/037 · 22 Jan 2026

22 Jan 2026

Defect

On affected vehicles there is a risk DPF bypass leakage can occur due to gasket assembly and material issues at the supplier. The bypass leakage can lead to excessive particle number emissions from the engine and after treatment system.

Remedy

Remove DPF and fit an improved gasket.

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Built 31 Mar 2025 – 3 Nov 2025

~23 vehicles affected
C0519 Front axle screws retightening/replace

R/2025/550 · 19 Dec 2025

19 Dec 2025

Defect

On affected vehicles there is a risk that screws for the front axle attachment might lose torque or come loose. It might lead to strange behaviour of the truck and noise and in worst case loss of steering control.

Remedy

Check the torque level on the screws retorque and if necessary replace parts.

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Built 11 Aug 2025 – 1 Dec 2025

~33 vehicles affected
C0367 HPCU SW UPDATE FHE FME4

R/2024/189 · 23 Jun 2024

23 Jun 2024

Defect

There is a risk that some screw joints inside the traction voltage batteries might not have been tightened according to our assembly process.

Remedy

Update a software that can detect potential loose screw joints. It will then disconnect the suspect battery and prevent any incident.

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Built 23 May 2022 – 22 Jan 2024

~27 vehicles affected
There is a risk that the parking brake efficiency is reduced/lost or that the rear brake is blocked/dragging on one or two of the rear wheels.

R/2023/074 · 17 Mar 2023

17 Mar 2023

Defect

There is a risk that the parking brake efficiency is reduced/lost or that the rear brake is blocked/dragging on one or two of the rear wheels.

Remedy

Replace the concerned spring brake cylinder/cylinders.

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Built 6 Feb 2023 – 3 Mar 2023

~20 vehicles affected
Screws that attach the front axle to the suspension may require tightening

R/2022/356 · 14 Dec 2022

14 Dec 2022

Defect

Potential that the screws for the front axle attachment might lose torque or come loose.

Remedy

Apply correct torque value on concerned screws and/or replace defected parts.

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Built 2 Sep 2021 – 21 Nov 2022

~297 vehicles affected
SELF ADJUSTING OUT OF FUNCTION IN THE BRAKE CALIPER HOUSING

R/2019/119 · 5 Apr 2019

5 Apr 2019

Defect

Self-Adjusting function in the brake caliper housing out of function.

Remedy

Inspection of the brake housings and replacement if found faulty.

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Built 2 Jul 2018 – 10 Dec 2018

~262 vehicles affected
BRAKE PEDAL MAY BE INCORRECTLY ASSEMBLED

R/2017/109 · 13 Mar 2017

13 Mar 2017

Defect

It has been identified there is a possibility that during production the split pin for the brake pedal cross shaft may not have been correctly installed. This could result in the reduction of braking effort due to the movement of the cross shaft.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles to check and if required fit a split pin or further secure the currently installed split pin.

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Affected build dates not specified

~9,631 vehicles affected
OIL LEAK MAY OCCUR

R/2015/227 · 23 Nov 2015

23 Nov 2015

Defect

It is possible for oil leaks to develop as a result of o-rings of incorrect specification being fitted to the oil pipes connected to the filter housing and cooling duct. If not rectified oil can leak onto the road surface and endanger other road users.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the o-rings with ones of the correct specification.

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Built 10 Aug 2015 – 28 Aug 2015

~33 vehicles affected
AXLE MAY BECOME INSECURE

R/2015/167 · 5 Aug 2015

5 Aug 2015

Defect

The mounting screws for the steered axles may not have been tightened correctly at the factory. If the screws are not fully tight the screws may undo and in the very worst case scenario if warnings are not heeded lead to the axle/s becoming insecure with the attendent loss of directional control.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check torque of the axle screws. Where necessary the axle locating pin will be checked and new screws fitted. Additionally where necessary the suspension anchorage will be replaced.

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Built 30 Nov 2014 – 1 Jun 2015

~44 vehicles affected
CAB MAY FALL BACK OR OVER WHEN TILTING

R/2015/088 · 22 Apr 2015

22 Apr 2015

Defect

It has been identified that the lower attachment bolt for the cab tilting ram may have been torqued to too high a torque specification. This can result in the bolt becoming stretched which could cause a breakage of the bolt and the cab may either fall backwards or right forwards whilst it is being tilted.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles to replace the lower cab attachment bolt and torque to the correct specification.

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Built 11 Aug 2014 – 10 Apr 2015

~25 vehicles affected
BRAKES MAY APPLY WITHOUT WARNING OR LONGER THAN EXPECTED STOPPING DISTANCES COULD OCCUR

R/2015/006 · 5 Jan 2015

5 Jan 2015

Defect

The brake hoses for the front spring actuators are of insufficient length and the hoses for the front service brakes could be of insufficient length. In certain circumstances the hoses can detach from the nipple allowing the parking brakes to apply or in the case of service brake hose failure longer than expecting stopping distances could occur.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the front spring brake hoses and where necessary front service brake hoses with ones of sufficient length.

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Built 26 Nov 2012 – 30 Nov 2014

~123 vehicles affected
LOSS OF CONTROL

R/2014/191 · 19 Dec 2014

19 Dec 2014

Defect

On affected vehicles nuts securing the draglink(s) may not have been tightened to the correct specification during production. There is a risk that a drag link could detach and steering control would be lost.

Remedy

On affected vehicles check tighness of securing nuts and if necessary tighten to correct specification.

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Affected build dates not specified

~29 vehicles affected
PARKING BRAKE MAY INADVERTENTLY APPLY

R/2014/087 · 3 Apr 2014

3 Apr 2014

Defect

Affected vehicles maty be assembled with T nipples in the air tubes which are not to specification. Air tubes may become insecure amd may cause the parking brake to inadvertently apply.

Remedy

Identify defective T nipples and replace.

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Built 24 Feb 2014 – 12 Mar 2014

~30 vehicles affected
SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

R/2012/077 · 9 Jul 2012

9 Jul 2012

Defect

A heat shield mounted on the frame can fall down on the starter motor and could cause a short circuit.The heat shield breaks due to fatigue caused by vibrations.

Remedy

Remove heat shield.

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Built 14 Nov 2011 – 21 May 2012

~1,817 vehicles affected
BOLTS MAY CRACK

R/2012/054 · 24 Apr 2012

24 Apr 2012

Defect

It has been identified that certain size mounting bolts may suffer Hydrogen Embrittlement which can cause them to fail. This can result in the bolts falling from the vehicle.

Remedy

Recall the affected vehicle for the fitment of a replacement bolt kit.

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Affected build dates not specified

~15 vehicles affected
POSSIBLE LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

R/2011/035 · 31 Mar 2011

31 Mar 2011

Defect

The material of the steering arm bolts may not be to specification. As a result the bolts could crack and if not rectified the bolts could eventually fail totally causing loss of directional control.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering arm bolts.

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Affected build dates not specified

~318 vehicles affected
POSSIBLE LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL CONTROL

R/2011/034 · 31 Mar 2011

31 Mar 2011

Defect

The material of the steering arm bolts may not be to specification. As a result the bolts could crack and if not rectified the bolts could eventually fail totally causing loss of directional control.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the steering arm bolts.

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Affected build dates not specified

~294 vehicles affected
POSSIBLE DETACHMENT OF AIR DEFLECTORS

R/2010/229 · 17 Dec 2010

17 Dec 2010

Defect

Due to poor bonding it is possible that the side air deflectors on the cab rear wall may become detached.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles and replace air deflectors.

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Affected build dates not specified

~122 vehicles affected
PARKING BRAKE MAY APPLY UNINTENTIONALLY

R/2010/046 · 26 Apr 2010

26 Apr 2010

Defect

The brake pipe unions (Air Nipples) on the parking/hand brake system have been tightened above the specified torque setting. This could result in the unions failing and cause an unintentional deployment of the parking/hand brake.

Remedy

Recall all affected vehicles where the unions will be replaced and the correct torque setting applied.

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Affected build dates not specified

~7 vehicles affected
FIRE MAY OCCUR

R/2010/045 · 26 Apr 2010

26 Apr 2010

Defect

Under certain circumstances there might be water ingress into the control unit of the overnight/parking heater which may cause a short circuit. In extreme circumstances it may result in a fire.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and replace the control unit with a quality assured component.

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Affected build dates not specified

~6 vehicles affected
FIRE MAY OCCUR

R/2009/149 · 16 Dec 2009

16 Dec 2009

Defect

The incorrect torque setting has been applied to the oil turbo hose which may lead to an oil leak and risk of fire

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and check and rectify torque setting.

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Affected build dates not specified

~64 vehicles affected
TACHOGRAPH MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE

R/2009/152 · 11 Dec 2009

11 Dec 2009

Defect

A power loss to the tachograph may occur when the main switch is turned off because the wiring harnesses to the main switch were assembled incorrectly.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to reassemble the wiring harnesses to the correct specification.

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Affected build dates not specified

~325 vehicles affected
SLIDING FIFTH WHEEL MAY MOVE INADVERTENTLY

R/2008/193 · 10 Dec 2008

10 Dec 2008

Defect

It has been identified that the near and offside locking plunger fixing bolts may have been incorrectly located. Should this be the case the fifth wheel would not be correctly locked to the slider frame.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the subject bolts checked for correct fitment with the fifth wheel being changed if this is not the case.

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Affected build dates not specified

~852 vehicles affected
POWER STEERING MAY BE AFFECTED

R/2008/177 · 17 Nov 2008

17 Nov 2008

Defect

The hydraulic servo pipe can become loose from its connection which could leak and lead to the loss of power steering assistance.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to reposition the hydraulic servo hose.

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Affected build dates not specified

~1,988 vehicles affected
GEARBOX SHIELD MAY OVERHEAT

R/2008/158 · 28 Oct 2008

28 Oct 2008

Defect

It is possible for the gearbox noise shield to come in contact with a high temperature heat source such as the exhaust pipe. This could under special driving conditions lead to smoke and glow from the gearbox noise shield. There will be no fire.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the gearbox noise shield.

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Affected build dates not specified

~22 vehicles affected
GEARBOX NOISE SHIELD MAY COME INTO CONTACT WITH HIGH TEMPERATURE HEAT SOURCE.

R/2008/104 · 14 Jul 2008

14 Jul 2008

Defect

It has been identified that the gearbox noise shield may come into contact with high a temperature heat source

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have the noise shield removed.

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Affected build dates not specified

~183 vehicles affected
ADR SIGN MAY NOT COMPLY WITH FIRE RETARDENT REQUIREMENTS

R/2008/081 · 20 May 2008

20 May 2008

Defect

The ADR sign is fitted to the front grille in a way which will prevent it from resisting high temperatures and as such it will not comply with the ADR legal requirements

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and introduce a steel wire between the ADR sign and grille so that it will resist heat for 15 minutes.

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Affected build dates not specified

~277 vehicles affected
SHORT CIRCUIT MAY OCCUR

R/2008/046 · 14 Mar 2008

14 Mar 2008

Defect

It has been identified that the main switch can crack which can cause an electrical short circuit.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will have initially had the subject switch disconnected. However an exchange switch has now been mae availagble to all customers who require it and will be fitted free of charge.

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Affected build dates not specified

~8,101 vehicles affected
POSSIBLE TRAILER DETACHMENT

R/2008/048 · 10 Mar 2008

10 Mar 2008

Defect

It has been identified that in adverse conditions the securing pin of the coupling release handle can become unfastened due to an oversize drilling. Loss of the pin can result in the coupling not being securely fastened.

Remedy

Operators will be sent a repair kit to secure the pin. In addition a work method advising as to the pre-driving checks that need to be carried out.

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Affected build dates not specified

~101 vehicles affected
BOLTS COULD BECOME LOOSE ON BRAKE CALIPER BRIDGE.

R/2007/154 · 19 Oct 2007

19 Oct 2007

Defect

The holes on the brake caliper bridge may have been double threaded which may cause the bolts to become loose

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles check part numbers and if necessary replace brake bridge

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Affected build dates not specified

~276 vehicles affected
GEARBOX HEAT SHIELD IS NOT AS PER SPECIFICATION

R/2007/051 · 31 Jan 2007

31 Jan 2007

Defect

The incorrect gearbox heat shield has been assembled which does not fulfil the manufacturers demand regarding fire resistance.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the heat shield.

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Affected build dates not specified

~3 vehicles affected
CAB HEATER DOES NOT MEET LEGLISLATION REQUIREMENTS

R/2007/019 · 22 Jan 2007

22 Jan 2007

Defect

Some ADR vehicles have a common cab heater assembled instead of a cab heater for ADR vehicles. Because of this the ADR vehicles do not fulfil the ADR Regulations.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the cab heater if the vehicle has been fitted with the wrong specification heater.

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Affected build dates not specified

~18 vehicles affected
TAG AXLE HUB MAY DISLODGE

R/2007/001 · 22 Dec 2006

22 Dec 2006

Defect

It has been identified that due to a misalignment of the weld and poor root penetration of the weld fillet material the TAG axle hub may dislodge from the axle.

Remedy

Affected vehicles will have the TAG axle replaced.

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Affected build dates not specified

~21 vehicles affected
HEADLIGHTS AND REAR LIGHT MAY BECOME DISABLED

R/2006/173 · 12 Sep 2006

12 Sep 2006

Defect

The NOx sensor has a built in over voltage protection which is triggered by a voltage above 32 volts. When this is over the voltage protection and is active faults codes can be produced for example Headlight and Rear Lights can be disabled.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and modify software.

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Affected build dates not specified

~6 vehicles affected
EXHAUST FUMES MAY ENTER THE CAB

R/2006/124 · 10 Jul 2006

10 Jul 2006

Defect

It is possible for the exhaust pipe of the parking heater to be squeezed and restricted which could result in exhaust fumes entering the cab.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to replace the exhaust pipe and clamp. Additionally the drain hole on the exhaust silencer is to be closed.

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Affected build dates not specified

~27 vehicles affected
BRAKES MAY OVERHEAT

R/2006/100 · 23 May 2006

23 May 2006

Defect

On axles with parking brake it has been found that some brakes are binding which can cause overheating of the brakes.

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the brake pads.

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Affected build dates not specified

~1,044 vehicles affected
STEERING MAY FAIL

R/2006/082 · 13 Feb 2006

13 Feb 2006

Defect

It has been identified that a number of vehicles may have left the assembly plant without a split pin in the track rod end securing nut. In this condition it is a possibility that the securing nuts may work loose.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will be checked for the presence of the split pins and if theses are in place no additional work will be carried out. If the spilt pins are found to be missing the assembly will be dismantled and then re-torqued ensuring that the split pins are in place.

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Affected build dates not specified

~5 vehicles affected
HUB BEARING MAY FAIL

R/2005/141 · 31 Oct 2005

31 Oct 2005

Defect

Water and dirt can penetrate into the trailing axle hub which can lead to severe damage and eventual failure of the hub bearings

Remedy

Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to fit a deflector to the axle hub mounting. Inspect the bearings hubs and axle for damage. Replace parts where necessary.

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Affected build dates not specified

~1,126 vehicles affected
REAR AXLE V-STAY BALL JOINT CAN PREMATURELY WEAR.

R/2005/157 · 31 Oct 2005

31 Oct 2005

Defect

At high inclination the sealing boot of the axle 'V' stay ball joint can be damaged and allow the ingress of water and dirt which can cause the ball joint to wear prematurely and cause the axle to become loose.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and fit modified 'V' stay

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Affected build dates not specified

~2,612 vehicles affected
RISK OF FIRE

R/2005/161 · 6 Oct 2005

6 Oct 2005

Defect

There is a possibility of a thermal malfunction on the fuel filter water separator bowl with the heater. This can result in overheating due to low fuel level in combination with a faulty thermostat in the water separator bowl

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles fit heat shield and check/reconnect cable in the electrical connector on the fuel filter/water separator housing

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Affected build dates not specified

~59 vehicles affected
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL MALFUNCTION

R/2005/102 · 5 Jul 2005

5 Jul 2005

Defect

Should the adaptive cruise control (ACC) radar malfunction the cruise control will not deactivate automatically. As a consequence the vehicle will accelerate up to the set speed of the cruise control even though ACC is active.

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles and inspect the system; rectifying as necessary.

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Affected build dates not specified

~3 vehicles affected
RISK OF OVERHEATING IN THE LCM

R/2005/036 · 10 Mar 2005

10 Mar 2005

Defect

The possibility exists that the light control module may overheat

Remedy

Recall likely to be affected vehicles and upgrade the software.

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Affected build dates not specified

~6,955 vehicles affected
CRACKING IN THE HEAT EXCHANGER

R/2005/019 · 3 Feb 2005

3 Feb 2005

Defect

A crack in the heat exchanger caused by high pressure peaks in the heating system may result in coolant entering the body-builder electrical centre.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will be inspected for signs of coolant loss and fitted with a shield to protect the electrical centre.

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Affected build dates not specified

~6,115 vehicles affected
INTERFERENCE BETWEEN STEERING SHAFT AND COLUMN

R/2004/203 · 23 Nov 2004

23 Nov 2004

Defect

When the steering column is extended to it's maximum position then as far as possible towards the driver an interference may occur between the lower part of the steering shaft and the column housing.

Remedy

Recalled vehicles will be checked for the existence of the fault if found the cause of the fouling will be removed with a file.

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Affected build dates not specified

~1,128 vehicles affected
THE GATEWAY FUNCTION IN THE EBS IS NOT ACTIVATED

R/2004/147 · 31 Aug 2004

31 Aug 2004

Defect

The red indicator lamp for the EBS function will not activate when a trailer with EBS is connected. The EBS functionality is not affected.

Remedy

Recall likely to be affected vehicles and initiate the appropriate software function.

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Affected build dates not specified

~2,486 vehicles affected
SPLIT PIN MAY BE MISSING FROM DRAG LINK SECURING NUT.

R/2003/188 · 18 Dec 2003

18 Dec 2003

Defect

A split pin may be missing from the steering drag link ball joint castle nut which could subsequently loosen.

Remedy

Recall and examine the affected vehicles. If a split pin is found to be missing implement the repair procedure specified by the vehicle manufacturer.

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Affected build dates not specified

~1,006 vehicles affected
V-STAY BRACKET

R/2003/187 · 18 Dec 2003

18 Dec 2003

Defect

Insufficient sealing may cause corrosion and premature wear of the drive axle V stay ball joint.

Remedy

Examine the condition of the V stay ball joint. Clean grease and reseal if satisfactory or fit a new V stay as necessary.

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Affected build dates not specified

~3,776 vehicles affected
INSUFFICIENT SEALING MAY CAUSE CORROSION ON THE BALL JOINT

R/2003/145 · 18 Aug 2003

18 Aug 2003

Defect

Insufficient sealing may cause corrosion of the ball joint which leads to premature wear of the rear axle V stay

Remedy

Recall affected vehicles check and if necessary replace ball joint.

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Affected build dates not specified

~935 vehicles affected
POSSIBLE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL

R/2002/173 · 17 Dec 2002

17 Dec 2002

Defect

There is a possibility that the clamp bolt on the drag link tube may not have been tightened to the correct torque. In the worst case a loss of steering control could occur.

Remedy

Check clamp bolt for correct torque and tighten where necessary. If found finger loose replace the complete drag link assembly.

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Affected build dates not specified

~214 vehicles affected
POSSIBLE ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT

R/2002/157 · 11 Nov 2002

11 Nov 2002

Defect

A fault exists in the light control module software (LCM) which could cause the LCM to overheat and result in a short circuit in the electrical system.

Remedy

Replace the light control module.

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Affected build dates not specified

~2,939 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS CONCERN

R/2002/129 · 30 Sep 2002

30 Sep 2002

Defect

Faulty electrical connectors could result in loss of headlights and warning signals and failure of the engine to start.

Remedy

Check the electrical connectors for compliance with the specification and renew where necessary.

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Affected build dates not specified

~287 vehicles affected
WIRING HARNESS MAY CHAFE ON STEERING COLUMN

R/2002/130 · 30 Sep 2002

30 Sep 2002

Defect

When turning the steering wheel the electrical wiring cable harness can chafe on the steering column. In the worst case a short circuit may occur.

Remedy

Examine harness for chafing damage and repair or renew as appropriate.

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Affected build dates not specified

~1,764 vehicles affected
FRONT HUB CAP MAY COME LOOSE

R/2002/137 · 30 Sep 2002

30 Sep 2002

Defect

The front hub cap may loosen and allow the ingress of road grit and water. Subsequent failure of the hub bearing may result.

Remedy

Fit an inproved design hub cap.

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Affected build dates not specified

~1,189 vehicles affected
UNINTENDED SELECTION OF REVERSE GEAR

R/2002/131 · 30 Sep 2002

30 Sep 2002

Defect

Faulty software may activate reverse gear when travelling at speeds below 3 kph.

Remedy

Provide new software for the engine transmission and gearshift control units.

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Affected build dates not specified

~65 vehicles affected
POSSIBLE ELECTRICAL SHORT CIRCUIT

R/2002/132 · 30 Sep 2002

30 Sep 2002

Defect

The B+ cable can chafe against the cab anchorage. This will cause the insulation on the cable to wear and ultimately result in a short circuit.

Remedy

Examine B+ cable for chafing damage and repair or renew as appropriate.

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Affected build dates not specified

~20 vehicles affected

Data from the DVSA Vehicle Recall register (Crown Copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0). Last indexed: 2026-04-26.

These records are provided for reference. Contact your authorised Volvo Trucks dealer or check your vehicle registration at gov.uk/check-if-a-vehicle-has-outstanding-recalls to confirm current status.

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