The problem
On some heavy duty class 8 vehicles equipped with arvinmeritor axle assemblies which May have been manufactured with trw model 20edl ball sockets, the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket in some applications.
The risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose steering control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. This campaign supersedes NHTSA campaign nos. 01v-139.001 and 02v-037.002. Owner notification began July 25, 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 02V037005 (02V037005) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly |
| Report date | August 15, 2002 |
| Owners notified | July 25, 2002 |
| Vehicles affected | 19,915 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 1999 Volvo Acl
- 2000 Volvo Acl
- 2000 Volvo VHD
- 1999 Volvo VN
- 2000 Volvo VN
- 1999 Volvo Wah
- 2000 Volvo Wah
- 1999 Volvo WG
- 2000 Volvo WG
- 1999 Volvo WX
- 2000 Volvo WX
Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 02V037005 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the ball socket assemblies. This campaign supersedes NHTSA campaign nos. 01v-139.001 and 02v-037.002. Owner notification began July 25, 2002.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 19,915 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.