NHTSA Campaign 23V280000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT
Issued by Volvo Trucks North America · Reported Apr 19, 2023 · 125 vehicles affected
What's wrong
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.
Consequence
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.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| VOLVO | VNR | 2020 | 125 |
| VOLVO | VNR | 2021 | 125 |
| VOLVO | VNR | 2022 | 125 |
| VOLVO | VNR | 2023 | 125 |
| VOLVO | VNR | 2024 | 125 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 23V280000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.