The problem
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks manufactured February 1, 2010, through September 30, 2010 and June 1, 2011, through November 30, 2011. The windshield wiper motor may fail.
The risk
Inoperable wipers may result in poor driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volvo will notify owners and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor, free of charge. The recallbegan on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1304.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 13V-349 (13V349000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | RVXX1304 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Visibility/wiper |
| Report date | August 13, 2013 |
| Owners notified | December 6, 2013 |
| Vehicles affected | 17,824 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 13V-349 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Volvo will notify owners and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor, free of charge. The recallbegan on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1304.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 17,824 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.