Vehicle recall 05V457000 · October 4, 2005
2006 Volvo VN
On certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor series 145 and 160 rear drive axles.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor series 145 and 160 rear drive axles. Some of the spindles were overheated during the heat treat process which could result in a fracture of the spindle.
- Consequence
- If a spindle fractures while the vehicle is in motion, it may cause wheel separation, which could, without warning result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the spindle for suspect heat codes and replace the axle if necessary. The recall began on December 12, 2005. Owners may contact vovlo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- Notes
- Volvo trucks recall NO.RVXX0505.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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 05V457000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 4, 2005
- Filed by
- VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Manufacturer campaign
- RVXX0505
- Owner notification
- December 12, 2005
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 7
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Power train › Axle assembly
Vehicles covered
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