NHTSA Campaign 23V512000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Issued by Volvo Trucks North America · Reported Jul 24, 2023 · 172 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2024 VNR Electric vehicles. The rivnut threaded inserts inside the high-voltage battery may be over-tightened and break, which could result in a short circuit.
Consequence
An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the batteries, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 15, 2023. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2308.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| VOLVO | VNRE (ELECTRIC) | 2020 | 172 |
| VOLVO | VNRE (ELECTRIC) | 2021 | 172 |
| VOLVO | VNRE (ELECTRIC) | 2022 | 172 |
| VOLVO | VNRE (ELECTRIC) | 2023 | 172 |
| VOLVO | VNRE (ELECTRIC) | 2024 | 172 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 23V512000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.