NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2025–2026 Volvo VNL (4) recall: Delayed Brake Release/FMVSS 121
- Recall number
- 26V186000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- Volvo Trucks North America
- Category
- Vehicles › Service Brakes
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 222
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Service Brakes, Air
Affected vehicles
| Make | Model | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo | VNL (4) | 2025–2026 |
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
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."
Consequence
A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.
What should you do?
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.
Manufacturer campaign number
RVXX2602
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V186000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.