The problem
Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the weight certification label which contains front gross axle weight rating (gawr) information does not accurately reflect the actual front gross axle weight.
The risk
When operating bobtail with full fuel tanks and two occupants with an allowance for personal belongings, the actual gross axle weight May exceed the stated rating found on the weight certification label.
The fix
Dealers will install new front steer axle tires and new certification label stating the new front steer axle weight rating. Owner notification began December 19, 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 | 02V-310 (02V310000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | RVXX0206 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | November 15, 2002 |
| Owners notified | December 19, 2002 |
| Vehicles affected | 91 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 02V-310 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install new front steer axle tires and new certification label stating the new front steer axle weight rating. Owner notification began December 19, 2002.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 91 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.