StructureRecall 86V-089 · 1982–1986 Volvo F7 Series
VOLVO GM HEAVY TRUCK CORP recall 86V-089 covers 2,106 1982–1986 Volvo F7 Series for a structure problem, reported to NHTSA on July 11, 1986.
Source: NHTSA recall 86V089000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
What's wrong
The problem
THE BUMPER MOUNTED CAB ENTRY STEP MAY FAIL DUE TO IMPROPER WELDING OR TO NUTS WHICH ATTACH THE STEP PULLING THROUGH THE BUMPER LINING. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: CAB ENTRY STEP COULD COLLAPSE AND POSSIBLY INJURE THE USER.
What to do
The fix
REPAIR WELDING AND/OR REPLACE CAGE NUTS, AS NECESSARY.
SYSTEM: CAB ENTRY STEP. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS 32,000 LBS. GVWR AND GREATER.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.