CarRecallWatch- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS:SWITCH; INTERIOR LIGHTING
- Problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2023-2026 New VN trucks. The hazard switch back lighting may become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Controls and Displays."
- Risk
- A hazard switch that is not illuminated may be difficult to locate when needed, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the vehicle master control unit (VMCU) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2503.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The backlighting for the hazard warning flasher switch on certain 2023-2026 Volvo VNL trucks may stop working. The switch then is not illuminated and may be difficult to locate when needed. This does not meet federal safety standard FMVSS 101 for controls and displays.
An unlit hazard switch can be hard to find in a sudden emergency, such as at night or when visibility is poor. Being unable to quickly activate the hazard lights could increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Dealers will update the vehicle master control unit (VMCU) software at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2025. To check whether your truck is affected, or to ask about the repair, contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 800-528-6586 and reference recall RVXX2503. You can also check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
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