CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:THERMAL MANAGEMENT:FLUID/COOLANT
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2020-2024 VNR Electric trucks may have a coolant line in the high voltage battery pack that is not fully seated and locked. This can allow coolant to be lost and can cause an electrical short circuit inside the battery.
A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire. Owners should take this recall seriously and avoid delaying the repair.
Volvo Trucks will work with battery manufacturer Akasol to inspect and replace the batteries as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2023. You can contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586, and you can check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
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