CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- 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."
- Risk
- 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. Owner letters were mailed July 29, 2026.Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2602.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2025 and 2026 Volvo VNL trucks may have a service brake that takes longer than expected to release. The vehicles therefore do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 121 for air brake systems. A delayed brake release can increase the risk of a crash.
Authorized Volvo dealers will install an additional brake valve and fittings in the service brake pneumatic plumbing. The repair is free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 29, 2026. If you have questions, contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 800-528-6586, referencing recall RVXX2602.
You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your truck is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Volvo VNL (4) | 20252026 |
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