NHTSA Recall 02V037005: Tie rod assembly (steering)
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 19,915 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Volvo Acl.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V037005 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | August 15, 2002 |
| Owner notification | July 25, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On some heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which may have been manufactured with trw model 20edl ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
Safety risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. This campaign supersedes NHTSA campaign nos. 01v-139.001 and 02v-037.002. Owner notification began july 25, 2002. 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.
Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V037005
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo Acl | 1999, 2000 |
| Volvo Vhd | 1999, 2000 |
| Volvo Vn | 1999, 2000 |
| Volvo Wah | 1999, 2000 |
| Volvo Wg | 1999, 2000 |
| Volvo Wx | 1999, 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.