NHTSA Recall 06V021000: Exhaust system (engine and engine cooling)
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 33,102 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Volvo Vhd.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V021000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RVXX0601 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Report received | January 26, 2006 |
| Owner notification | March 3, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break.
Safety risk
If the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the egr cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. An interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. Owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Notes
Volvo trucks recall no. Rvxx0601.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 06V021000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo Vhd | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Volvo Vnl | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Volvo Vnm | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
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.