The problem
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 VHD and VNL vehicles manufactured December 13, 2010, through July 17, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with an MGM Type 24 J-series piston parking brake chamber. The brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking brake to drag when it is supposed to be released. Brake dragging could lead to overheated brake components.
The risk
Overheated brake components could result in a fire.
The fix
Volvo will notify owners and the brake chambers will be replaced as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, June 17, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's campaign recall number is RVXX1302.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 13V-152 (13V152000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | RVXX1302 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Parking brake › Conventional › Air |
| Report date | April 22, 2013 |
| Vehicles affected | 701 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 13V-152 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Volvo will notify owners and the brake chambers will be replaced as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, June 17, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's campaign recall number is RVXX1302.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 701 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.