Vehicle recall 96V157000 · August 27, 1996
Volvo ACL, FE and 3 more models
The rear most axle of the tandem axle set could have inoperable brakes on one or both wheels because the brake s-cam was incorrectly installed.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The rear most axle of the tandem axle set could have inoperable brakes on one or both wheels because the brake s-cam was incorrectly installed.
- Consequence
- This condition could cause increased stopping distance increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the brake system and repair the s-cam assembly if found reversed.
- Notes
- Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin during September 1996. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo GM heavy duty truck at 1-800-528-6586.ALSO contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 96V157000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 27, 1996
- Filed by
- VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA INC
- Owner notification
- September 4, 1996
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 149
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components
Vehicles covered
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