The 2015 Volvo VAH has 3 recalls, the most serious involving a steering drag link where the ball joint can corrode, separate, and cause a complete loss of steering control.
The drag link's protective boot can be damaged by the angle of the ball stud, allowing moisture and debris to reach the ball socket. Over time, corrosion accelerates wear until the joint separates entirely, leaving the driver unable to steer. On the lighting side, the headlights may not meet minimum intensity requirements, meaning they can fail to adequately illuminate the road ahead at distance, raising the risk of a crash at night or in low-visibility conditions.
At a glance
What can fail
Headlights on affected trucks do not produce sufficient light intensity to properly illuminate the roadway, failing to meet federal safety requirements.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the headlights at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The headlamps may not produce enough light to properly illuminate the road and distant objects ahead, which could increase crash risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the sealed beam headlamps with compliant units.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The drag link ball socket boot can be damaged by the angle of the ball stud. A damaged boot lets contaminants enter and corrode the ball socket.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the drag link with one that has improved geometry to prevent boot damage.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
