The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The steering slip shaft connecting the steering column to the steering gear input shaft might be too long.
The risk
The steering gear input shaft could crack increasing the risk for loss of steering control.
The fix
Dealers will replace the steering slip shafts.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-054 (99V054000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | RVXX9901 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Steering › Gear box › Shaft sector |
| Report date | March 16, 1999 |
| Owners notified | March 19, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 63 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-054 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the steering slip shafts.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 63 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.