RVXX1601

SAFETY RECALL
Volvo Trucks North America
Greensboro, NC USA
Date
This Safety Recall replaces recall, “RVXX1601,
Drag Link Rod, Replacement”, dated (03.2015).
05.2016
Number
Release
RVXX1601
02
Page
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Draglink Rod, Replacement
VN, VT
SAFETY RECALL INFORMATION:
(May 2016)
VOLVO Trucks North America has determined a defect relating to motor vehicle safety
may exist in certain VOLVO VN trucks manufactured between 01/06/2015 and
11/05/2015. Additionally, this defect applies to certain VOLVO VT trucks manufactured
between 04/08/2008 and 11/07/2008. The draglink rod boot may be compromised and
enable dirt/water to contaminate the draglink rod ball socket on some VOLVO VN trucks
equipped with a sealed Uresko draglink rod. If this condition is untreated, failure of the
ball socket and a complete loss of steering may be possible. Replacement of the
existing draglink rod with a new greasable draglink (part number below) is necessary to
prevent dirt/water contamination. The mounting hardware should be replaced with new
mounting hardware each time the draglink rod is replaced. Follow the repair procedure
outlined in this Safety Recall.
VOLVO Trucks considers this as a proactive measure to protect the public and
VOLVO’s customers from the potential risk associated with this defect.
VEHICLES AFFECTED:
Certain 2016 VOLVO VN model trucks manufactured from January 06, 2015 through
November 05, 2015 and certain 2009 VOLVO VT model trucks manufactured from April
08, 2008 through November 07, 2008 with USK sealed draglink rod.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS (VIN):
The number of vehicles affected by this recall is 3,396 (2,053 USA, 503 Canada,
and 840 Mexico).
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Required Parts:
To schedule parts orders and repairs, please call (877) 986-5862 with the Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) of the vehicle in need of this repair.
Item
1
2
3
Failed Inspection Draglink Rod, Replacement Parts
Description
Part Number
Draglink Rod Assembly, VN (STG16.9B/STG18.2)
85128559
Castle Nut
10506
Split Pin
907861
Qty
1
2
2
Item
1
2
3
Failed Inspection Draglink Rod, Replacement Parts
Description
Part Number
Draglink Rod Assembly, VN (STG21.0)
21128338
Castle Nut
10506
Split Pin
907861
Qty
1
2
2
Item
1
2
3
Failed Inspection Draglink Rod, Replacement Parts
Description
Part Number
Draglink Rod Assembly, VT
22858515
Castle Nut
10506
Split Pin
907861
Qty
1
2
2
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Safety Recall
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NOTE
The Illustrations shown in this document are used for reference only
and may differ slightly from the actual vehicle being serviced. However,
the replacement procedure is represented as accurately as possible.
Decommissioning the Truck for Inspection:
1. Secure the vehicle for service by parking on a flat and level surface, placing the
transmission in neutral, applying the parking brake, turning the ignition key to the
OFF position, and chocking the rear wheels.
2. Disconnect the cable from the battery’s negative (ground) terminal.
Draglink Rod, Replacement Procedure:
3. Raise the hood.
4. Remove the split pin (1) from the castle nut (2) at the steering knuckle.
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5. Remove the existing castle nut.
NOTE
Discard the existing castle nut and split pin. Do not reuse.
6. Using tool 9996201 (Puller), remove the existing drag link from the steering
knuckle as shown in the figure below.
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7. Remove the split pin (1) from the castle nut (2) at the pitman arm.
8. Remove the existing castle nut.
NOTE
Discard the existing castle nut and split pin. Do not reuse.
9. Using tool 9996201 (Puller), remove the existing drag link from the pitman arm as
shown in the figure below.
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10. Adjust the replacement drag link rod to length for the correct steering wheel
angle. Adjust the drag link rod to length and torque the clamp fastener as shown
in the figure below.
NOTE
Use the torque value table below for the draglink rod clamp torque
specifications.
Draglink Rod Torque Specifications
Clamp Fastener
Torque Specification
M12 10.9
105 ± 20 Nm (77 ± 14 ft-lb)
M16 8.8
220 ± 35 Nm (162 ± 25 in-lb)
11. Position the replacement draglink rod on the pitman arm as shown in the figure
below.
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12. Install the replacement castle nut (2) (part number 10506).
13. Tighten the castle nut (part number 10506) to 200 Nm (148 ft-lb) minimum.
14. Turn the castle nut CLOCKWISE until the next castle nut slot aligns with the hole
in the draglink rod ball socket.
15. Install the split pin (1) (part number 907861).
16. Position the replacement drag link rod at the steering knuckle as shown in the
figure below.
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17. Install the replacement castle nut (2) (part number 10506).
18. Tighten the castle nut (part number 10506) to 200 Nm (148 ft-lb) minimum.
19. Turn the castle nut CLOCKWISE until the next castle nut slot aligns with the hole
in the draglink rod ball socket.
20. Install the split pin (1) (part number 907861).
21. Locate the grease fittings shown in the figure below, and lubricate the
replacement draglink rod.
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Commissioning the Truck for Operation:
1. Connect the battery cable to the negative (ground) terminal.
2. Remove the wheel chocks.
3. Test-drive the truck to ensure proper operation of the replacement drag link.
NOTE
Ensure the steering wheel is correctly positioned before and after test
driving the truck.
NOTE
If the steering wheel is not positioned correctly, perform a truck
alignment procedure.
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Reimbursement:
This repair is covered by an authorized Safety Recall campaign. Reimbursement is obtained through
the normal claim handling process.
UCHP Reimbursement
Claim Type (used only when uploading from the Dealer
Business System)
R
eWarranty Reimbursement
R
Recall Status
1-Modified per
instructions
Vehicle repaired per instructions
Labor Code
6438-03-09-02
64306-0-01
0.8 hrs
0.8 hrs
Time to take charge of vehicle and determine
campaign status
1700-16-01-01
0.3 hrs
17003-0-01
0.3 hrs
Causal Part
21657078
21657078
Authorization Number
C6534
RVXX1601
Primary Labor Code (Draglink Rod, Replacement)
Take-charge time is not included in the labor code for this operation. Take charge may be eligible, but can
only be used once per vehicle repair visit. If the vehicle is having other warranty repairs performed, takecharge should be charged to the warranty repair, otherwise take-charge can be charged to this Safety
Recall campaign.