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NHTSA Recall 06V385000: Driveline (power train)

VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,842 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Volvo Vnl.

3,842
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2006
owners notified (October 23)
NHTSA campaign06V385000
Manufacturer campaignRVXX0605
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE
Report receivedOctober 11, 2006
Owner notificationOctober 23, 2006
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor rpl20 high angle interaxle driveshafts, an improper seated or missing snap ring can result in the bearing cup to separate from the slip yoke sub-assembly. The universal joint cross could then contact the slip yoke casting and eventually cause the ear work to fracture.

Safety risk

This could result in additional damage to the driveline, the vehicle to which it is attached and ay additional nearby objects.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the driveshafts and replace them as needed. The recall began on october 23, 2006. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Notes

Volvo truck recall no. Rvxx0605.customers can 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 06V385000

Make and modelModel years
Volvo Vnl2007
Volvo Vnm2007
Volvo Vt2007

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.