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Safety recall · 86V089000

Structure Volvo recall

VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP reported this recall to NHTSA on July 11, 1986. It covers about 2,106 vehicles across 5 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
86V089000
Reported
Jul 11, 1986
Vehicles
2,106
Area
Body, doors & structure

The problem

The bumper mounted cab entry step may fail due to improper welding or to nuts which attach the step pulling through the bumper lining. Consequence of defect: cab entry step could collapse and possibly injure the user.

The fix

Repair welding and/or replace cage nuts, as necessary.

Contacts

System: cab entry step. Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks 32,000 lbs. Gvwr and greater.

What to do

  1. Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
  2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Volvo dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 86V089000.
  3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
  4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1982 Volvo F7 Series01C
1983 Volvo F7 Series01C
1984 Volvo F7 Series01C
1985 Volvo F7 Series02D
1986 Volvo F7 Series03F

Questions

Is the 86V089000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP's dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 86V089000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 86V089000 announced?

VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP reported it to NHTSA on July 11, 1986. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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