Volvo Fe Recalls

The Volvo Fe has been recalled 6 times across the 1995–1996 model years. The most recent recall, from October 14, 1998, covers the lines and fittings. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Volvo dealer.

6recalls
0do not drive / park outside
2model years affected

What gets recalled

  • Suspension
    233%
  • Brakes
    233%
  • Steering
    233%

1996 Volvo Fe recalls (3)

Suspension › Front › Springs › Air suspension › Lines and fittings

NHTSA recall 98V-255 · Oct 14, 1998 · 95,013 vehicles

Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucks. The air suspension control valve supply line was not plumbed through an air pressure protection valve. In the event of a failure, there would be loss of air pressure in the 'b' system air reservoir that supplies air pressure for the front steer axle brakes.

Remedy: Dealers will install the necessary air pressure protection valve.

Service brakes, air

NHTSA recall 96V-095 · Mar 23, 1996 · 771 vehicles

The traction solenoid exhaust can be obstructed due to inadequate drainage and a build-up of road contamination between the mounting bracket and the solenoid housing. The obstructed exhaust prevents the relay valve control air pressure from venting after a differential braking traction event.

Remedy: Dealers will remove the suspect valve and install a new valve that has a modified solenoid housing which will allow for sufficient drainage and a new valve mounting bracket with increased height to reduce entry of…

Steering › Linkages

NHTSA recall 96V-038 · Feb 22, 1996 · 1,303 vehicles

Vehicle description: heavy duty class 8 vehicles built with a Volvo 5.7 (12,500 lbs) front steering axle. Due to hydrogen embrittlement, the front steering axle king pins could have broken during assembly. Continued operation of a vehicle with a broken king pin could allow the pin to work loose.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles for a broken king pin and replace the king pins if broken.

1995 Volvo Fe recalls (5)

Suspension › Front › Springs › Air suspension › Lines and fittings

NHTSA recall 98V-255 · Oct 14, 1998 · 95,013 vehicles

Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucks. The air suspension control valve supply line was not plumbed through an air pressure protection valve. In the event of a failure, there would be loss of air pressure in the 'b' system air reservoir that supplies air pressure for the front steer axle brakes.

Remedy: Dealers will install the necessary air pressure protection valve.

Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components

NHTSA recall 96V-157 · Aug 27, 1996 · 149 vehicles

The rear most axle of the tandem axle set could have inoperable brakes on one or both wheels because the brake s-cam was incorrectly installed.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the brake system and repair the s-cam assembly if found reversed.

Service brakes, air

NHTSA recall 96V-095 · Mar 23, 1996 · 771 vehicles

The traction solenoid exhaust can be obstructed due to inadequate drainage and a build-up of road contamination between the mounting bracket and the solenoid housing. The obstructed exhaust prevents the relay valve control air pressure from venting after a differential braking traction event.

Remedy: Dealers will remove the suspect valve and install a new valve that has a modified solenoid housing which will allow for sufficient drainage and a new valve mounting bracket with increased height to reduce entry of…

Suspension › Rear › Springs › Air suspension system

NHTSA recall 96V-032 · Feb 12, 1996 · 6,034 vehicles

The rear suspension axle retention plate can break under normal use, affecting axle alignment.

Remedy: Dealers will remove and replace the axle retention clip plates on affected vehicles.

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Steering › Linkages › Arm › Idler and attachment

NHTSA recall 95V-119 · Jun 7, 1995 · 175 vehicles

Two bolts attaching the upper steering arm to the front steering axle were not tightened properly.

Remedy: Dealers will install new bolts and tighten to proper torque specification.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Volvo Fe have?

NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the Volvo Fe across 2 model years.

How do I know if my Volvo Fe has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN decoder & recall check or on nhtsa.gov/recalls. Dealers fix recalls for free, even if you are not the original owner.

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.