Volvo Trucks: Rear Brake Modulators May Short Circuit (service Brakes, Air)
Recall Summary Volvo Trucks is recalling certain 2025-2027 VNL and 2026-2027 VNR vehicles because the rear brake modulators have unprotected electrical connectors that may short circuit, disabling the anti-lock brake system and electronic stability control. This loss of braking assistance increases crash risk. Dealers will inspect the connectors, install protective covers, and replace the modulators if needed at no cost.
- Recalling firm
- Volvo Trucks North America
- Product
- Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR. 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
- A loss of anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash or injury. Remedy: 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 are expected to be mailed June 22, 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.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-04-23
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/0151e99b-e743-43ce-9b84-57f2fdce1e11