Volvo Truck Recall for Brake Modulator Issue
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Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain 2025-2027 VNL and VNR models due to potential loss of anti-lock brakes, affecting approximately 14,000 vehicles.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on May 4, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain vehicles because the rear brake modulators may have unprotected electrical connectors that can short circuit, leading to a loss of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves 2025-2027 VNL (4) and 2026-2027 VNR (4) vehicles, with a total of approximately 14,000 units affected. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V260000, and the affected component is the SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved can be searched on NHTSA.gov starting April 30, 2026.
What You Should Do
Consumers should wait for owner notification letters, expected to be mailed on June 22, 2026. Take the vehicle to a dealer for a free inspection of the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, installation of a protective cover, and replacement of the rear brake modulators if necessary. Contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 800-528-6586 for more information. Volvo Trucks' recall number is RVXX2605.
Why This Matters
A loss of anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash or injury, potentially affecting road safety for drivers and others. This recall addresses a critical vehicle component to prevent such hazards.
Source
Information from NHTSA, recall number 26V260000. For more details, visit NHTSA.gov.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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