The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 trucks. The lower steering shaft May side-load the steering gear input shaft. This condition could result in non-uniform steering wheel efforts when turning the steering wheel. In addition, once the steering wheel turn is initiated, the vehicle May continue turning without returning to the straight ahead position with driver effort.
The risk
This condition can result in a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft. Owner notification began July 19, 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-226 (01V226000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion) |
| Report date | July 6, 2001 |
| Owners notified | July 19, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 584 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-226 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft. Owner notification began July 19, 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…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 584 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.