NHTSA Recall 17V536000: Tie rod assembly (steering) and steering
Volvo Trucks North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 470 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volvo Vnl.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V536000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RVXX1702 |
| Components | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY; STEERING |
| Report received | August 29, 2017 |
| Owner notification | October 17, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016 Volvo VNL and VNM trucks equipped with certain Dana Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Safety risk
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1702.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 17V536000
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.