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NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V542
Manufacturer Volvo Trucks
North America
Components TRAILER HITCHES
Potential Number of Units Affected 69
Trailer may Separate from Fifth Wheel
If the trailer separates from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2019 Volvo VNL and VNR trucks equipped with Jost fifth wheel couplings. The fifth wheel may have an outboard slider bracket that is too narrow, possibly allowing the trailer to separate from the tractor.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fifth wheel slider bracket, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo’s number for this recall RVXX1801.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
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U.S. and Canada Distributors |
Bulletin: SRA-V18-01 |
From: Regulatory Affairs Department
Subject: Safety Recall, RVXX1801, Jost Fifth Wheel
Summary:
Jost International (Jost) may have sent a fifth wheel (1 in total) with a prototype component to Volvo Truck’s manufacturing facility. Specifically, the slide bracket width is too narrow. The potential consequence is that the fifth wheel may fail and cause the trailer to separate from the tractor.
Models/ Model Years Affected:
Certain 2018 VNL and VNR model vehicles manufactured from June 9, 2018 to June 29, 2018 with a Jost brand fifth wheel
Vehicle Quantities:
69 vehicles (all U.S.)
Dealer’s Responsibility:
The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Act requires dealers to ensure that all new and used vehicles are free of safety defects and comply with all relevant safety standards at the time of delivery to the consumer.
Dealers should make their personnel aware of the safety recall. In the event that a dealer has a vehicle included in the safety recall in their inventory to be sold, the condition must be corrected before releasing it to a customer.
Release Schedule:
September 11, 2018 Notify dealers.
- Safety recall alert posted on dealer portal
By October 1, 2018 Notify Owners
- Warranty coverage loaded in UCHP
- Inspection/ replacement literature available to dealers and service centers.
- Letters mailed to owners
Questions:
Contact the Regulatory Affairs Department at vtna.regulatoryaffairs@volvo.com if you have questions.
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Safety Recall, RVXX1801, Jost Fifth Wheel
Sept. 11, 2018
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September 11, 2018
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- QUIET RIDE. This Q-series CURT 5th wheel hitch is engineered to promote the quietest 5th wheel towing possible. It features a spherical axial bearing that allows the head to easily tilt in any direction needed
- COUPLING INDICATOR. Built into this 5th wheel hitch is a 3-position indicator that shows the coupling status of the hitch and your trailer. It conveniently shows if the 5th wheel hitch is coupled, uncoupled or ready to tow
- EASY OPERATION. This CURT 5th wheel hitch operates with a single, short-throw handle to promote ergonomic operation and easier coupling of your 5th wheel trailer. The handle is also lockable for maximum security on the road
- SAFETY-TESTED. Tested and rated for 20,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 5,000 lbs. vertical load, this 5th wheel hitch is capable of towing a variety of 5th wheels (limited to lowest-rated towing component). It tested to SAE J2638 specifications
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- SELF-RESETTING HANDLE. The handle of this 5th wheel hitch automatically resets after uncoupling, saving you a step when coupling next time. It also features a 3-position indicator to show the coupling status
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- Fully articulating head allows front to back and side to side pivoting. Cam action latching handle for easy release, even when parked on unlevel sites.
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- 25,000 lb GTW/6,250 lb VTW
- Made in America with a Limited Lifetime Warranty
- DUAL-PIVOT HEAD. This CURT 5th wheel hitch features a dual-pivoting head that provides 10 degrees of lateral movement to promote smooth, stable towing
- AUTO-LOCK. The coupler of this 5th wheel hitch has an automatic locking feature to make the coupling process easier and more secure
- ANTI-RATTLE. To help reduce rattling and vibration at the coupling point, this 5th wheel hitch is equipped with an anti-rattle skid plate
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- VERSATILE FIT. This 5th wheel hitch comes with standard legs to easily and securely mount onto any industry-standard 5th wheel base rails, such as CURT base rails #16104 and #16204 (base rails and brackets sold separately)
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- SMOOTH RIDE. Constructed with a cast yoke, multi-directional head, PowerRide tilts with the 5th wheel trailer to ensure smooth towing. It also has interlocking jaws that fully wrap the kingpin attachment
- SELF-RESETTING HANDLE. The handle of this 5th wheel hitch automatically resets after uncoupling, saving you a step when coupling next time. It also features a 3-position indicator to show the coupling status
- EASY TO RELOCATE. The PowerRide 5th wheel trailer hitch breaks down into smaller, lighter weight pieces for easier relocation, featuring one-pin head removal. Strategically placed grips also promote comfortable lifting and handling
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- COUPLING INDICATOR. Built into this 5th wheel hitch is a 3-position indicator that shows the coupling status. It conveniently shows if the 5th wheel hitch is coupled, uncoupled or ready to tow
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- VERSATILE FIT. This 5th wheel kit fits select model years of the Ram 2500 and 3500 with 8-foot bed and puck system. It has quarter-turn anchors to quickly and easily drop into the truck bed platform
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- 18,000 lb GTW/4,500 lb VTW
- Made in America with a Limited Lifetime Warranty
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- FULL ARTICULATION. This 5th wheel hitch provides controlled towing of your 5th wheel camper with its patented head technology. The head is built on a cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts that reduce shock loads, chucking and noise at the coupling point
- COUPLING INDICATOR. Built into this 5th wheel hitch is a 3-position indicator that shows the coupling status. It conveniently shows if the 5th wheel hitch is coupled, uncoupled or ready to tow
- TESTED STRENGTH. This 5th wheel hitch is tested and rated for 25,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 6,250 lbs. vertical load (limited to lowest-rated towing component). It is tested according to SAE J2638 specifications
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