The problem
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2002-2013 VHD and VN trucks, manufactured from August 4, 2000, through June 22, 2012, and equipped with bench passenger seats. The seat belt d-ring weld may not be sufficient enough to meet the seat belt pull test. Therefore, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
The risk
In the event of a crash, an insufficient seat belt weld may prevent the seat belt from properly restraining the occupant. This increases the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
The fix
Volvo Trucks of America will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspected d-ring, free of change. The safety recall began on May 10, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 12V-510 (12V510000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | RVXX1204 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Seat belts |
| Report date | October 18, 2012 |
| Owners notified | May 10, 2013 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,496 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2002 Volvo VHD
- 2003 Volvo VHD
- 2004 Volvo VHD
- 2005 Volvo VHD
- 2006 Volvo VHD
- 2007 Volvo VHD
- 2008 Volvo VHD
- 2009 Volvo VHD
- 2010 Volvo VHD
- 2011 Volvo VHD
- 2012 Volvo VHD
- 2013 Volvo VHD
- 2002 Volvo VN
- 2003 Volvo VN
- 2004 Volvo VN
- 2005 Volvo VN
- 2006 Volvo VN
- 2007 Volvo VN
- 2008 Volvo VN
- 2009 Volvo VN
- 2010 Volvo VN
- 2011 Volvo VN
- 2012 Volvo VN
- 2013 Volvo VN
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 12V-510 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Volvo Trucks of America will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspected d-ring, free of change. The safety recall began on May 10, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,496 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.