The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 trucks. The wrong steering column to steering gear shaft May have been installed in these vehicles. Using the shorter vnm steering shaft could result in steering shaft being operated (steering column extended adjustment) outside the normal operating range of the steering shaft.
The risk
Over time this condition could result in accelerated wear in the shaft with the potential for loss of steering as a result.
The fix
Dealers will install the correct lower steering shaft. Owner notification began June 27, 2001. 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-201 (01V201000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion) |
| Report date | June 18, 2001 |
| Owners notified | June 27, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 598 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-201 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install the correct lower steering shaft. Owner notification began June 27, 2001. 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…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 598 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.