The 2019 Volvo VNR has 4 recalls, the most serious involving a fifth wheel coupling where an undersized slider bracket can allow a trailer to detach from the truck while underway.
On the drivetrain side, two related issues affect the transmission system. A fuse in the transmission circuit can blow and leave the transmission unable to shift gears. Separately, the air tank that supports the transmission auxiliary system is held by straps with t-bolt clasps that may have been overtightened, deforming the strap anchor point. If that connection lets go, the air tank can fall onto the road and become a hazard for other vehicles. There is also a labeling issue: the weight rating printed on the federal certification label for the rear drive axles overstates what the wheel hubs can actually handle, and if drivers load the axles to the labeled limit over time, the hubs can wear out prematurely and fail.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear drive axle weight rating printed on the vehicle's certification label is higher than what the wheel hubs can safely support.
What the fix does
Volvo will send corrected certification labels at no cost to replace the inaccurate ones.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The t-bolt fasteners on the transmission auxiliary air tank straps may have been over-tightened, causing the strap to deform where the fastener is anchored.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the air tank strap and replace it if necessary at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuse in the transmission circuit may blow, which prevents the transmission from shifting gears.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission circuit fuse if needed at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fifth wheel slider bracket may be too narrow, which could allow the trailer to separate from the tractor.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the fifth wheel slider bracket and replace it if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
