Truck Accident Risk Prompts Volvo Semi Recall
A Volvo truck recall has been issued due to a hazard that could contribute to a semi truck or tractor trailer accident and injuries, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall involves model year 2001 through 2006 Volvo trucks that may have a defect that could cause a truck driver to lose steering control, which increases the risk of a semi truck accident.
Bus and Volvo Truck Recalls due to Seatbelt and Window Defects
- A Volvo truck recall has been issued due to a potential window defect and truck accident hazard, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 VNL trucks because the adhesive that bonds the glass in the window in the truck’s upper bunk area may fail. This could cause the window glass to come loose and fall out, potentially increasing the risk of a truck accident. Dealers will inspect windows and replace if required.
- New Flyer industries Ltd. is recalling certain model year 2009 GE40LFR transit buses due to a potential seat belt defect that could increase the risk of a car accident injury. According to the NHTSA, these defective seatbelts, supplied by American Seating are the subject of “Defect Report 09E-065.” According to the announcement the seat belts:
“MAY NOT PROPERLY LOCK UP AND AS RESULT MAY NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN THE MOBILITY DEVICE WHEN THE BUS DECELERATES. THIS MAY CAUSE THE MOBILITY DEVICE TO ROLL FORWARD UNTIL THE FULL LENGTH OF THE WEBBING IS EXTENDED WHICH CAUSES POTENTIAL FOR MOBILITY DEVICE TIP-OVER RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH.”
New Flyer and American Seating will replace the belts free of charge.
