The problem
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 Volvo VN trucks manufactured on August 13, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with certain Cummins engines whose engine control module (ECM) may short circuit and blow a fuse resulting in the engine stalling without warning.
The risk
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Cummins will notify owners on behalf of Volvo, and will replace any defective ECM, free of charge. The recall began in October 2015. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-343-7357. Cummins' number for this recall is C1698. Owners may also contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1511.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 15V-672 (15V672000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | RVXX1511 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Electrical system › Ignition › Module |
| Report date | October 19, 2015 |
| Owners notified | October 22, 2015 |
| Vehicles affected | 3 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 15V-672 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Cummins will notify owners on behalf of Volvo, and will replace any defective ECM, free of charge. The recall began in October 2015. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-343-7357. Cummins' number for this recall is C1698.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3 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.