2023–2025 Volvo VNL (4), 2025 Volvo VNR (4) Recall: Brakes may take longer than expected to activate
NHTSA campaign 25V102000 · Service Brakes, Air · filed Feb 18, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2023-2025 New VN trucks. The brakes may take longer than expected to activate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
The risk
Delayed brake activation can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will install a new pneumatic circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 11, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2502.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V102000 (manufacturer number RVXX2502). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.