Vehicle recall 84V054000 · May 2, 1984
1977-1983 Volvo Volvo Truck
The brake line between the proportioning valve and the rear wheel brake may fracture.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The brake line between the proportioning valve and the rear wheel brake may fracture.
- Remedy
- The brake line will be replaced without charge.
- Notes
- Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: service brakes; brake lines, metallic.consequences of defect: brake fluid leakage could lead to loss of rear brakes,resulting in loss of vehicle control and an accident.note: brake fluid level should be checked daily until the recall procedure isperformed.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 84V054000
- Reported to NHTSA
- May 2, 1984
- Filed by
- VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP
- Owner notification
- September 28, 1984
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 4,408
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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