NHTSA Recall 11V294000: Driveline (power train)
VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 341 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Volvo Vhd.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V294000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RVXX1104 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › DRIVELINE |
| Report received | May 20, 2011 |
| Owner notification | July 25, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2012 vhd, vnl, and vnm trucks equipped with a meritor driveline. The tubing used to assemble the drivelines has a nonconforming seam weld with insufficient bonding of the material.
Safety risk
This can result in seam weld fracture when torque is applied. Once the tube seam weld is fractured, the driveline may become inoperable, which may result in a disabled vehicle or debris from the driveline falling onto the roadway, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the drivelines free of charge. The safety recall began on july 25, 2011. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Notes
Volvo safety recall no. Rvxx1104.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V294000
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.