01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS
2022 Volvo Vnr recall campaigns
NHTSA 23V511000
- Component
- VISIBILITY
- Report received
- July 24, 2023
- Potential units
- 55,012campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNR, VNL, VHD, and VAH trucks. The windshield wiper motor gears may wear prematurely, causing the motor to fail.
Why it matters: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2309.
Owner notification: November 1, 2023 · Filing manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America
NHTSA 23V280000
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Report received
- April 19, 2023
- Potential units
- 125campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2024 VNR Electric vehicles. The coolant line in the high voltage battery pack may not be fully seated and locked, which can result in the loss of coolant and an electrical short circuit.
Why it matters: A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Volvo Trucks will work with the battery manufacturer Akasol to inspect and replace the batteries, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX 2304.
Owner notification: May 9, 2023 · Filing manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America
NHTSA 23V255000
- Component
- EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Report received
- April 7, 2023
- Potential units
- 236campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2023 VNR Electric vehicles equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). When the adaptive cruise control braking activates under light load conditions, it can trigger an aggressive braking response.
Why it matters: Overly aggressive braking can result in the rear axle skidding, the brakes locking up, and/or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will secure wiring and remove radar antennas and brackets from the vehicle. The anti-lock braking system will be reprogrammed to disable adaptive cruise control. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2303.
Owner notification: June 2, 2023 · Filing manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America
NHTSA 21V417000
- Component
- WHEELS
- Report received
- June 2, 2021
- Potential units
- 1,050campaign-wide
Defect and consequence
Defect: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2021-2022 VAH, VDH, VNL, AND VNR vehicles. The hubcap compression spring can cause the hubcap to separate.
Why it matters: A separated hubcap can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the hubcap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Mack's number for this recall is RVXX 2102.
Owner notification: July 12, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America
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