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1996 Volvo WG recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1996 Volvo WG. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1996 Volvo WG recalls, newest first

September 9, 2002NHTSA 02V2380005,532 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Tail lights › Switch

Summary
Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the two tail lamps, back-up lamp,and license tag lamp were mounted on insufficiently rigid mounts.
Consequence
It may not allow the driver of a rearward approaching vehicle to have full view of the lamps.
Remedy
Dealers will attach the two tail lamps, back-up lamp, and the license tap lamp on stiffer brackets. Owner notification began October 31, 2002. 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 trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 14, 1998NHTSA 98V25500095,013 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front › Springs › Air suspension › Lines and fittings

Summary
Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucks. The air suspension control valve supply line was not plumbed through an air pressure protection valve. In the event of a failure, there would be loss of air pressure in the 'b' system air reservoir that supplies air pressure for the front steer axle brakes.
Consequence
This condition would result in increased stopping distances.
Remedy
Dealers will install the necessary air pressure protection valve.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 31, 1997NHTSA 97V19600439 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front › Hub

Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with design level 1, rockwell FF980 series front axle. The front axle hub flange can develop cracks due to high stress levels.
Consequence
Cracks in a hub flange can result in a wheel separation.
Remedy
Dealers will remove and replace the front hubs with an improved design level 2 hub.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 24, 1997NHTSA 97V0230001,928 vehicles potentially affected

Structure › Body

Summary
Warning labels identifying the climbing sequence and process were omitted.
Consequence
Persons not using the sequence and process during cab entry or exit or when using the optional back of cab access may slip and/or fall causing personal injury.
Remedy
Volvo heavy truck will be providing warning labels to be installed by owners on their trucks.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

March 23, 1996NHTSA 96V095000771 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, air

Summary
The traction solenoid exhaust can be obstructed due to inadequate drainage and a build-up of road contamination between the mounting bracket and the solenoid housing. The obstructed exhaust prevents the relay valve control air pressure from venting after a differential braking traction event.
Consequence
This condition would keep the rear axle service brakes applied without any brake pedal movement by the driver increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the suspect valve and install a new valve that has a modified solenoid housing which will allow for sufficient drainage and a new valve mounting bracket with increased height to reduce entry of contamination.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

February 22, 1996NHTSA 96V0380001,303 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages

Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 vehicles built with a Volvo 5.7 (12,500 lbs) front steering axle. Due to hydrogen embrittlement, the front steering axle king pins could have broken during assembly. Continued operation of a vehicle with a broken king pin could allow the pin to work loose.
Consequence
This condition can cause erratic steering resulting in loss of steering control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a broken king pin and replace the king pins if broken.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1996 Volvo WG were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1996 Volvo WG have any recalls?
6 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, suspension, structure, service brakes, air, steering. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1996 Volvo WG recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Volvo dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1996 Volvo WG?
0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.