NHTSA Recall 05V179000: Service brakes, air
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 22 vehicles. It affects 2004–2005 Volvo VHD84B.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V179000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RVXX0501 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR |
| Report received | April 28, 2005 |
| Owner notification | June 30, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain trucks equipped with an auxiliary lift axle fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, 'air brake systems.' an auxiliary air tank required for the auxiliary lift axle was not installed.
Safety risk
During multiple applications of the brake pedal, the stopping distance may increase due to the lack of additional air capacity, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install the air tank free of charge. The recall began on june 30, 2005. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Notes
Volvo truck recall no. Rvxx0501.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V179000
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.