Volvo Recall 26V186000: Service Brakes, Air, Supply, Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings

NHTSA recall 26V186000 · announced March 25, 2026 · filed by Volvo Trucks North America · 222 units affected

The 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."

The risk

A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.

What to 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.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2025 Volvo Vnl (4)
• 2026 Volvo Vnl (4)

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.