NHTSA recall 26V-186: Service Brakes, Air

Volvo Trucks North America · Reported March 25, 2026 · 2 affected model years

Service Brakes, Air recall

26V-186
March 25, 2026 · Volvo Trucks North America
Problem
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."
Safety risk
A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number26V186000
ManufacturerVolvo Trucks North America
Report dateMarch 25, 2026
ComponentService Brakes, Air:Supply:Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Fixed over the airNo
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Affected vehicles

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