Volvo Trucks North America: Safety Recalls in 2025
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 13 safety recalls made by Volvo Trucks North America in 2025. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
November 20, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2512)
Load Lock Clamps May Fail
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024-2026 VNL (4) vehicles. The load lock clamps, located on the back of the cab, may loosen and cause the load lock bars to become unsecured.
NHTSA ID: 25V802000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 1,859
Consequence Summary:
A loose or unsecured load lock bar can result in a loss of cargo, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the load lock clamps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2512. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 27, 2025.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 8.34
November 20, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2511)
High Beams May Not Automatically Switch to Low Beams/FMVSS 108
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 VNR (4) and 2024-2026 VNL (4) vehicles. The automatic high beams (AHB) may not switch to low beam headlights as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 25V804000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 4,887
Consequence Summary:
High beam headlights that do not switch to low beam as intended can reduce visibility for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
As an interim action, Volvo Trucks will update the vehicle software through an over-the-air (OTA) update to disable the AHB feature, free of charge. The final remedy is under development. Interim owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated June 1, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2511. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 19, 2025.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
November 18, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2513)
ECU Malfunction May Impair Safety Systems
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU) part numbers K163499 and K190048. Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.
NHTSA ID: 25E077000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 46
Consequence Summary:
Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2513.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 0
November 3, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2509)
Marker Lights May Fail to Illuminate/FMVSS 108
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 New VN trucks. The roof center marker lights may fail to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
NHTSA ID: 25V757000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 1,465
Consequence Summary:
Marker lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the center roof marker light, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed January 19, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2509. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 10, 2025.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
November 3, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2510)
Passenger Seat Belt Anchor May Fail/FMVSS 210
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2026 VAH trucks. The passenger seat belt anchor may fail due to inadequate floor reinforcement. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
NHTSA ID: 25V753000
Component: SEAT BELTS
# of Units Affected: 242
Consequence Summary:
A seat belt anchor that fails will not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will install a new weld nut and washer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2510. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 10, 2025.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 0.41
September 18, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2508)
Defective Latch May Prevent Door from Opening
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 New VN trucks. The door latch cable on the interior door handle may be incorrectly installed, preventing the door from opening.
NHTSA ID: 25V620000
Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
# of Units Affected: 3,609
Consequence Summary:
A door that cannot be opened from the inside may trap occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the door latch cable and pivot clip, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 11, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2508. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 25, 2025.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 32.06
September 18, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2507)
Inoperative Trailer Lighting
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2026 New VN trucks. When towing a trailer, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate due to an improperly manufactured body control module.
NHTSA ID: 25V621000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 2,307
Consequence Summary:
Trailer tail lights and turn signals that do not illuminate as intended can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the trailer body input/output module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2507. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 25, 2025.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 21.54
August 11, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2506)
Loss of Steering Control
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Volvo New VN trucks. The dynamic steering and oversteer guidance feature may malfunction and cause a loss of steering control.
NHTSA ID: 25V520000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 2,487
Consequence Summary:
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
The oversteer guidance feature will be disabled through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2506.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 86.45
June 6, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2505)
Improperly Routed Power Cables
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Volvo VN trucks. The power cables may have been improperly routed, which can cause an electrical short.
NHTSA ID: 25V332000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 228
Consequence Summary:
An electrical short can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. An electrical short can also cause the cables to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will re-route the power cables, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 17, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2505.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 73.68
April 17, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2504)
Idler Gear May Detach Causing Engine Stall
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Volvo VN and 2025 New VN trucks. The idler gear bracket fasteners may have been improperly tightened, allowing the idler gear to detach from the engine.
NHTSA ID: 25V257000
Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
# of Units Affected: 102
Consequence Summary:
A detached idler gear can damage the engine, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect and replace the turbo compound units as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2504.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 78.43
April 8, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2503)
Hazard Switch Back Lighting May Fail/FMVSS 101
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2023-2026 New VN trucks. The hazard switch back lighting may become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
NHTSA ID: 25V214000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 5,257
Consequence Summary:
A hazard switch that is not illuminated may be difficult to locate when needed, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will update the vehicle master control unit (VMCU) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2503.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 91.97
March 25, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2501)
Battery May Short Circuit and Cause Fire
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2023-2025 VNR Electric trucks. The high voltage battery may contain loose hardware, which can create a short circuit inside the battery cells.
NHTSA ID: 25V055000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 174
Consequence Summary:
A high voltage battery that short circuits increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will replace the batteries, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 24, 2025. Owner letters will be mailed on or before August 25, 2025, for the additional vehicles added on July 22, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2501.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 92.53
February 18, 2025
(Campaign #: RVXX2502)
Delayed Brake Activation/FMVSS 121
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2023-2025 New VN trucks. The brakes may take longer than expected to activate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
NHTSA ID: 25V102000
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
# of Units Affected: 8
Consequence Summary:
Delayed brake activation can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will install a new pneumatic circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 11, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2502.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 75