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Volvo VNL Recall 23V403: Side Air Bag May Not Deploy in a Crash

NHTSA campaign 23V403, reported June 4, 2023, 29 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A missing electrical circuit in the driver seat can prevent the side curtain air bag from deploying during a crash. The problem affects certain Volvo trucks with RollTek driver seats.

An air bag that fails to deploy increases the risk of injury to the driver in a collision. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 4, 2023. If you own an affected vehicle, contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586 and reference recall RVXX2305.

The repair is free. Authorized Volvo dealers will install a jumper harness between the driver seat and the main cab harness to restore the missing circuit. Check your VIN for any open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 23V403Volvo Trucks North America
Component
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Problem
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Truck) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNL and VHD vehicles equipped with RollTek driver seats. A missing circuit will prevent the side air bag from deploying during a crash.
Risk
An air bag that does not deploy, increases the risk of an injury.
Remedy
Dealers will connect a jumper harness between the seat and main cab harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 4, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2305.
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.

Affected vehicles

Volvo VHD202220232024
Volvo VNL202220232024