The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with design level 1, rockwell ff980 series front axle. The front axle hub flange can develop cracks due to high stress levels.
The risk
Cracks in a hub flange can result in a wheel separation.
The fix
Dealers will remove and replace the front hubs with an improved design level 2 hub.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V196004 (97V196004) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Suspension › Front › Hub |
| Report date | December 31, 1997 |
| Owners notified | January 26, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 39 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V196004 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will remove and replace the front hubs with an improved design level 2 hub.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 39 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.