NHTSA Campaign 26V186000

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

Issued by Volvo Trucks North America · Reported Mar 25, 2026 · 222 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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

A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.

Remedy

Dealers will install an additional brake valve and fittings to the service brake pneumatic plumbing, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 8, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in May 24, 2026.Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2602.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
VOLVO VNL (4) 2025 222
VOLVO VNL (4) 2026 222

Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V186000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.