The problem
Certain trucks fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, 'seating systems.' the bench seat, as installed, does not the seat pull requirements of the standard.
The risk
The seat anchorage to the floor May not be sufficient to retain the adjusted seating position, which could lead to personal injury or death in the even tof a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the passenger side bench seat with a different brand of seat. The recall began November 1, 2004. Owners should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-404 (04V404000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | RVXX0405 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Seats |
| Report date | August 12, 2004 |
| Owners notified | November 1, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 126 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-404 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the passenger side bench seat with a different brand of seat. The recall began November 1, 2004. Owners should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 126 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.