2026 Volvo VNL (4): recalls and complaints

NHTSA advisory: do not driveCampaign 26V350000. NHTSA received the report on 28 May 2026. 205 units. Wheels / Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs

Remedy of campaign 26V350000, in the NHTSA record

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the wheel and hub mating surfaces, remove any masking material, and replace any worn components if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2606.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 29, 2026.

Do-not-drive advisory: A mark on a recall campaign in the NHTSA recall file. This site shows the mark as NHTSA sets it.

NHTSA lists 16 recall campaigns for the 2026 Volvo VNL (4). The newest campaign is 26V619000. NHTSA received the report on 28 Sep 2026. The NHTSA record gives the component Service Brakes, Electric / Software/Programming. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.

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Remedy of the newest campaign, 26V619000, in the NHTSA record

Dealers will install new software to disable the dynamic trailer braking calculations, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2610. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 5, 2026.

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Complaint information entered into NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation vehicle owner's complaint database is used with other data sources to identify safety issues that warrant investigation and to determine if a safety-related defect trend exists.
NHTSA publishes these words. Source: NHTSA Datasets and APIs, section Complaints, read on 1 Oct 2026. Complaint file through 29 Mar 2018. Recall file through 30 Sep 2026.

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Recall campaigns

16 campaigns, newest first. 32,674 units in total.

26V61900028 Sep 2026Service Brakes, Electric / Software/Programming
26V5130006 Aug 2026Exterior Lighting
26V4440009 Jul 2026Steering / Linkages / Knuckle / Spindle / Arm
26V35000028 May 2026Wheels / Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/StudsAdvisory
26V26000023 Apr 2026Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / Control Unit/Module
26V2080001 Apr 2026Exterior Lighting / Turn Signal
26V18600025 Mar 2026Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
26V18400025 Mar 2026Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
26V07600010 Feb 2026Parking Brake
25V80400020 Nov 2025Exterior Lighting / Lighting Control Module / Software
25V80200020 Nov 2025Equipment / Mechanical
25V7570003 Nov 2025Exterior Lighting
25V62000018 Sep 2025Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch
25V62100018 Sep 2025Exterior Lighting / Lighting Control Module
25V52000011 Aug 2025Steering
25V2140008 Apr 2025Interior Lighting

26V619000Received 28 Sep 2026. 392 units.
Service Brakes, Electric / Software/Programming
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2027 VNL (4) and 2026-2027 VNR (4) vehicles equipped with a tanker application package. Inaccurate axle load calculations may cause reduced braking performance while transporting smoothbore tanker trailers.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Reduced braking performance can require a greater distance to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will install new software to disable the dynamic trailer braking calculations, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2610. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 5, 2026.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2610.
26V513000Received 6 Aug 2026. 2,071 units.
Exterior Lighting
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026-2027 VNL (4) and VNR (4) vehicles. The center roof 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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Marker lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the center roof marker light, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 22, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2608. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 13, 2026.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2608.
26V444000Received 9 Jul 2026. 3,858 units.
Steering / Linkages / Knuckle / Spindle / Arm
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 VOLVO VAH, VN, VHD, 2026-2027 VNL (4) and VNR (4) vehicles. The steering knuckles may have been manufactured with insufficiently tightened steering arms.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loose steering arm can result in a loss of vehicle steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners between the steering arm and steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2607. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2607. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 23 Jul 2026.
26V350000Received 28 May 2026. 205 units.
Wheels / Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/StudsDo-not-drive advisory
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 VAH, 2026-2027 VN, VHD, VNL (4), and 2027 VNR (4) vehicles. The wheel lug nuts may loosen and allow the wheel to detach.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Wheel detachment can cause a loss of vehicle control or create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the repair has been performed. Dealers will inspect the wheel and hub mating surfaces, remove any masking material, and replace any worn components if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 15, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2606.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 29, 2026.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2606. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 15 Jun 2026.
26V260000Received 23 Apr 2026. 2,800 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Antilock / Control Unit/Module
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026-2027 VNR (4) and 2025-2027 VNL (4) vehicles. The rear brake modulators may have unprotected electrical connectors that can short circuit and lead to a loss of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loss of anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, install a protective cover, and replace the rear brake modulators, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 8, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2605. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2605. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 Jun 2026.
26V208000Received 1 Apr 2026. 340 units.
Exterior Lighting / Turn Signal
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2027 VNL (4) and 2026-2027 VNR (4) vehicles. The vehicle turn signals may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Turn signals that do not function properly may fail to indicate the driver's intention to change vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will update the turn signal indicator software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2604. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning Feb April 8, 2026.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2604. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 May 2026.
26V186000Received 25 Mar 2026. 222 units.
Service Brakes, Air / Supply / Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2026 VNL (4) vehicles. The service brake may take longer than expected to release. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will install an additional brake valve and fittings to the service brake pneumatic plumbing, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 29, 2026.Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2602.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2602. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 Jul 2026.
26V184000Received 25 Mar 2026. 115 units.
Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2026 VNL (4) vehicles. The instrument panel may fail while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the instrument panel clusters, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 8, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2603. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 1, 2026.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2603. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 8 May 2026.
26V076000Received 10 Feb 2026. 800 units.
Parking Brake
Defect, in the NHTSA record
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024-2027 VNL (4) vehicles that do not include auxiliary parking brakes. If the vehicle is in weight bias mode there may not be enough weight on the parking brake axle, which could result in inadequate parking brake force.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Inadequate parking brake force can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the brake chambers, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2601. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning Feb 17, 2026.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2601. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 29 May 2026.
25V804000Received 20 Nov 2025. 4,887 units.
Exterior Lighting / Lighting Control Module / Software
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
High beam headlights that do not switch to low beam as intended can reduce visibility for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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. Owner letters were mailed 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.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2511. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 1 Jun 2026.
25V802000Received 20 Nov 2025. 1,859 units.
Equipment / Mechanical
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
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.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2512. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Dec 2025.
25V757000Received 3 Nov 2025. 1,465 units.
Exterior Lighting
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Marker lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2509. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Jan 2026.
25V620000Received 18 Sep 2025. 3,609 units.
Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Latch
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A door that cannot be opened from the inside may trap occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2508. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Nov 2025.
25V621000Received 18 Sep 2025. 2,307 units.
Exterior Lighting / Lighting Control Module
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Trailer tail lights and turn signals that do not illuminate as intended can reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2507. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 19 Nov 2025.
25V520000Received 11 Aug 2025. 2,487 units.
Steering
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2506. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 22 Aug 2025.
25V214000Received 8 Apr 2025. 5,257 units.
Interior Lighting
Defect, in the NHTSA record
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."
Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A hazard switch that is not illuminated may be difficult to locate when needed, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Manufacturer campaign number RVXX2503. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 25 Apr 2025.

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Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

Complaints by component

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Investigations

The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.

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Other model years

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Official channels

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NHTSA page of the 2026 Volvo VNL (4)The recalls, the complaints and the investigations that NHTSA shows for this model year.

Cite this page

Recall Register. 2026 Volvo VNL (4): recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/volvo/vnl-4/2026/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through 30 Sep 2026.

Sources

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Licence: US government work, public domain
Recall file through: 30 Sep 2026
Complaint file through: 29 Mar 2018
First complaint in the file: 1 Jan 1995
Manufacturer in the recall file: Volvo Trucks North America

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Questions

How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2026 Volvo VNL (4)?: 32,674 units in 16 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
How many recall campaigns does the Volvo VNL (4) have for all model years?: NHTSA lists 19 recall campaigns for the Volvo VNL (4), model years 2023 to 2027. 16 of them name the 2026 model year.
Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2026 Volvo VNL (4) open?: The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.