Vehicle recall 10V571000 · November 12, 2010
Volvo VN, VT and 1 more model
The inversion valve on the frame may be orientated where contaminants can enter the valve through the exhaust port.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2007 and 2009 vhd, model year 2006 through 2010 vn, and model year 2007 through 2009 vt trucks manufactured from November 7, 2005, through October 30, 2009, equipped with an air release fifth wheel. The inversion valve on the frame may be orientated where contaminants can enter the valve through the exhaust port. As a result, the brake valve may corrode.
- Consequence
- Corrosion of the valve can cause it to malfunction, thereby adversely affecting braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the inversion valve and replace as required. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before February 18, 2011. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
- Notes
- Volvo trucks safety recall no. RVXX1006.OWNERS 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
- 10V571000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 12, 2010
- Filed by
- VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA
- Manufacturer campaign
- RVXX1006
- Owner notification
- February 18, 2011
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 6,187
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, air › Supply › Quick release valve
Vehicles covered
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