NHTSA recall 26V186000
Service brakes, air › Supply › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Volvo Vnl (4)
Reported Mar 25, 2026222 vehicles affectedVolvo Trucks North AmericaMaker’s number RVXX2602
The 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."
The risk
A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.
The 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.