NHTSA recall · Reported April 23, 2026
VOLVO 2025-2026: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026-2027 VNR (4) and 2025-2027 VNL (4) vehicles. The rear brake modulators may have unprotected electrical connecto…
Volvo recalled Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026-2027 VNR (4) and 2025….
VOLVO 2025-2026: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE was recalled by Volvo in April 23, 2026. Reason: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026-2027 VNR (4) and 2025-2027 VNL (4) vehicl…. Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, install a protective…. Verify recall #26V260000 with the NHTSA before acting.
The recall
Volvo issued this NHTSA recall-Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026-2027 VNR (4) and 2025-2027 VNL (4) vehicl….
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- April 23, 2026
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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #26V260000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This NHTSA action (record #26V260000) was formally reported on April 23, 2026. The NHTSA does not publish a hazard classification for its recalls, so this record carries no agency severity grade, with a current status of Active. Volvo is listed as the recalling firm. The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts.
The documented reason for this recall is: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026-2027 VNR (4) and 2025-2027 VNL (4) vehicles. The rear brake modulators may have unprotected electrical connectors that can short circuit and lead to a … The specific hazard cited in the filing is: A loss of anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash or injury.. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: United States. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. The remedy documented by the agency is: Dealers will inspect the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, install a protective cover, and replace the rear brake modulators, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were m… - consumers holding this product should act on that instruction rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026-2027 VNR (4) and 2025-2027 VNL (4) vehicles. The rear brake modulators may have unprotected electrical connectors that can short circuit and lead to a loss of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).
Reason for recall
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026-2027 VNR (4) and 2025-2027 VNL (4) vehicles. The rear brake modulators may have unprotected electrical connectors that can short circuit and lead to a loss of the anti-lock brake system (ABS) and electronic stability control (ESC).
Hazard
A loss of anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy, what to do
Dealers will inspect the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, install a protective cover, and replace the rear brake modulators, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 8, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2605. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 26V260000 |
| Date reported | April 23, 2026 |
| Date initiated | April 23, 2026 |
| Recalling firm | Volvo |
| Affected scope | Not disclosed |
| Distribution | United States |
| Official source | NHTSA notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
What to do with this recall
Dealers will inspect the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, install a protective cover, and replace the rear brake modul…
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