REC-003608

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0 Volvo FH4, FM4

Category: Heavy Vehicle · Supplier: Volvo Group Australia

Recall date: 18 May 2015

Defect

The brake hoses are too short on the front axle, which can be stretched in certain driving applications.

Hazard

Air leakage can occur in the parking brake air circuit causing the parking brakes to be unintentionally applied on the front wheels, posing an accident hazard to the driver and other road users.

Remedy

Take the truck into their closest repairing dealer.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Volvo Group Australia — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-003608