The 2015 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, and a transmission feature that can leave the drivetrain disengaged and extend stopping distances.
On the ball joint issue, water and contaminants can get past compromised seals and cause internal corrosion that gradually destroys the joint. The Eco-Roll transmission concern affects trucks equipped with that option, where the drivetrain may not re-engage after the feature activates, reducing braking effectiveness. Two lighting recalls cover separate problems: certain trucks may have headlights that do not meet minimum brightness requirements and leave the road poorly lit, while trucks fitted with snow plow lamp preparation kits can run the plow headlights without the marker and tail lamps turning on, making the truck hard for other drivers to see. There is also a label recall where the posted axle weight rating for pusher or tag axles may be incorrect, which can lead an operator to overload the truck without realizing it.
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 weight capacity listed on the certification label for the pusher or tag axle may be incorrect, causing the truck to not meet federal certification requirements.
What the fix does
Volvo will provide a corrected label and instructions to affix it to your vehicle at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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
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.
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.
