Volvo Trucks North America recall 26V186

Affected vehicles (1)

Component / system

Defect

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 / 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.

Chronology of events

1. Dec 11, 2025

   December 11, 2025: A potential non-compliance is identified during internal testing.

2. Dec 18, 2025

   December 18, 2025: Safety Office opens a product safety related issue investigation.

3. Jan 26, 2026

   January 26, 2026: Product Safety Evaluation Committee review #1, recommends escalation to Product Safety Committee.

4. Feb 3, 2026

   February 03, 2026: Product Safety Committee reviews and requests additional information.

5. Mar 9, 2026

   March 09, 2026: Product Safety Evaluation Committee review #2, recommends escalation to Product Safety Committee.

6. Mar 18, 2026

   March 18, 2026: Product Safety Committee determines a non-compliance defect exists and decision is made to initiate a recall. There have been 0 field reports, warranty claims, accidents, or injuries reported with this issue.

Notification schedule

Dealer notification

Apr 01, 2026 - Apr 01, 2026 No Dealers

Owner notification

May 24, 2026 - Aug 14, 2026 Phased Recall