The 2006 Volvo VN has 5 recalls, the most serious involving multiple risks of wheel separation: aluminum wheels that can develop cracks and fail, and rear drive axle spindles that can fracture while moving, both of which can cause sudden loss of control.
There is also a concern on trucks equipped with an air-release fifth wheel hitch, where a brake valve can corrode and cause the fifth wheel's locking mechanism to open unintentionally, potentially releasing a trailer while underway. On the safety equipment side, the seatbelt d-ring anchor weld on trucks with bench passenger seats may not be strong enough to hold under crash forces, allowing the belt to pull free and leaving the passenger unrestrained.
At a glance
What can fail
The weld connecting the seat belt d-ring on bench passenger seats may be weak and fail under pull testing, not meeting federal seat belt anchorage standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the d-ring 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 inversion valve on the frame may be positioned so dirt enters through the exhaust port. This can corrode the brake valve, causing it to malfunction and potentially unlock the fifth wheel.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the inversion valve and replace it if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear drive axle spindles were overheated during manufacturing, which weakened the metal and could cause them to crack. A cracked spindle may break while driving, causing the wheel to separate and the vehicle to lose control.
What the fix does
Dealers will check the spindle's manufacturing heat code and replace the axle if the code indicates overheating.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Some spindles in ArvinMeritor Series 145 and 160 rear drive axles were overheated during manufacturing, which can cause the spindle to crack.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the spindle for suspect heat codes and replace the axle if necessary.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Accuride aluminum wheels on certain heavy duty trucks lack proper pre-stress, allowing cracks to develop over time.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the wheels at no cost. Contact Volvo Trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
