Recall 99V-054: 1999 Volvo WX

VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Mar 16, 1999, covering about 63 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-054
Report date
Mar 16, 1999
Vehicles affected
63
Owners notified
Mar 19, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The steering slip shaft connecting the steering column to the steering gear input shaft might be too long.

The risk

The steering gear input shaft could crack increasing the risk for loss of steering control.

The fix

Dealers will replace the steering slip shafts.

Notes

Owner notification began march 19, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerVOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC
ComponentSteering › Gear Box › Shaft Sector
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V054000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volvo WX1999All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 99V-054?

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The steering slip shaft connecting the steering column to the steering gear input shaft might be too long.

How is recall 99V-054 fixed?

Dealers will replace the steering slip shafts.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.