The 2012 Volvo VHD has 5 recalls, the most serious being a front ball joint that can corrode and wear to the point of complete steering failure, a parking brake chamber that can drag and overheat to the point of fire, and a drivetrain that may not re-engage after using the Eco-Roll fuel-saving feature, stretching stopping distances.
On the structural side, a driveshaft with a flawed weld can fracture under torque, causing the shaft to twist or sever and damage surrounding drivetrain components. Trucks equipped with snow plow lamp preparation kits have a lighting concern: the snow plow headlights can be switched on independently, leaving marker and tail lamps dark, and the high beam indicator will not illuminate when the snow plow high beams are active, reducing how visible the truck is to other drivers.
At a glance
What can fail
The snow plow headlights can turn on alone without other exterior lights. The high beam indicator light doesn't work when snow plow high beams are active.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the plow light software at no cost to restore proper lighting function and indicator operation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The ball joint seals in the drag links can fail, allowing water and contaminants to enter and damage the joints.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the drag links at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Eco-Roll feature may fail to re-engage the drivetrain after being used, leaving the truck unable to transmit power to the wheels.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the Eco-Roll software at no cost to restore proper drivetrain re-engagement.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The parking brake chamber may leak pressure, causing the parking brake to drag when released. This can overheat brake components.
What the fix does
The brake chamber will be replaced at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The driveshaft may have an improper weld at the seam. When torque is applied, the weld can fracture and the driveshaft tube can twist or break, damaging the driveline and nearby parts.
What the fix does
The driveshaft assembly will be replaced with a new one.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
