DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Description
On certain heavy duty trucks, the circuit protection (i.e.  Automatic circuit breakers) used to protect the vehicle lighting system may not provide adequate protection.

Consequence
If a short circuit occurs and is left untreated, components and wiring may be subject to overheating which could possibly result in a vehicle fire.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the circuit breakers with fuses.  The recall is expected to begin on or about february 25, 2008.  Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Notes
Volvo trucks recall no.  Rvxx0707.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - EQUIPMENT: OTHER: LABELS

Description
Certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  120, tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars.  The tire size designation on the certification label is not shown.

Consequence
The certification label is incorrect giving improper information.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the certification labels.  The recall began on september 12, 2005.  Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Notes
Volvo trucks recall no.  Rvxx0504.  Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236; (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to safercar.gov.

DEFECT #3 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM

Description
On certain trucks equipped with d12d engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (egr) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the egr valves to the cooler may crack or break.  

Consequence
If the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and repair the egr cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge.  An interim owner letter was mailed on february 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available.  Owners are being notified starting march 3, 2006, that parts are now available.  Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Notes
Volvo trucks recall no.  Rvxx0601.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to safercar.gov.

DEFECT #4 - WHEELS

Description
Certain trucks equipped with front steer axle air suspension may develop a front wheel wobble when the tires become worn.  

Consequence
If the wobble persists and is left untreated, damage may occur which could impair vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior notice.

Corrective Action
Dealers will repair and replace the front vertical shocks on each side of the front suspension and add a horizontal stabilizer.  The recall began on february 20, 2006.  Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

Notes
Volvo trucksrecall no.  Rvxx0506.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to safercar.gov.