The problem
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied.
The risk
Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the distance required to stop the truck may lengthen, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 13V-268 (13V268000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | RVXX1303 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Power train › Clutch assembly |
| Report date | June 26, 2013 |
| Owners notified | August 26, 2013 |
| Vehicles affected | 23,056 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 2011 Volvo Vah
- 2012 Volvo Vah
- 2013 Volvo Vah
- 2014 Volvo Vah
- 2007 Volvo VHD
- 2008 Volvo VHD
- 2009 Volvo VHD
- 2010 Volvo VHD
- 2011 Volvo VHD
- 2012 Volvo VHD
- 2013 Volvo VHD
- 2014 Volvo VHD
- 2007 Volvo VNL
- 2008 Volvo VNL
- 2009 Volvo VNL
- 2010 Volvo VNL
- 2011 Volvo VNL
- 2012 Volvo VNL
- 2013 Volvo VNL
- 2014 Volvo VNL
- 2007 Volvo VNM
- 2008 Volvo VNM
- 2009 Volvo VNM
- 2010 Volvo VNM
- 2011 Volvo VNM
- 2012 Volvo VNM
- 2013 Volvo VNM
- 2014 Volvo VNM
- 2007 Volvo VT
- 2008 Volvo VT
- 2009 Volvo VT
- 2010 Volvo VT
Plus 8 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 13V-268 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. 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 23,056 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.