Trucking news and briefs for Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020:
Volvo recalls more than 15k trucks for potential brakes issue
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2020-2021 VAH, VHD, VNL and VNR trucks for an issue with the brake pedal, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration documents.
The recall includes approximately 15,156 units in which the die cast pedal plate may break at one of its attachment points, possible resulting in the brake pedal dislodging.
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pedal plates if required. Owners can contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1552 with recall number RVXX2004. NHTSA’s recall number is 20V-536.
Love’s opens new location in California
A new Love’s Travel Stops location in Boron, California, off of California Highway 58 adds 79 new truck parking spaces to the Southern California region.
The new truck stop also offers a Carl’s Jr. restaurant, six diesel bays, eight showers, Love’s Truck Care with on-site Speedco, laundry facilities and more.
“We’re excited to open a new location in this important corridor on the West Coast,” said Tom Love, founder and executive chairman of Love’s. “Boron is a great location to provide professional truck drivers and four-wheel customers the great service and amenities they expect, and to help get them back on the road safely and quickly.”
