NHTSA recall 26V-444: Steering

Volvo Trucks North America · Reported July 9, 2026 · 1 affected model year

Steering recall

26V-444
July 9, 2026 · Volvo Trucks North America
Problem
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 VOLVO VAH, VN, VHD, 2026-2027 VNL (4) and VNR (4) vehicles. The steering knuckles may have been manufactured with insufficiently tightened steering arms.
Safety risk
A loose steering arm can result in a loss of vehicle steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners between the steering arm and steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2607. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign number26V444000
ManufacturerVolvo Trucks North America
Report dateJuly 9, 2026
ComponentSteering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm
Fixed over the airNo
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