The problem
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2004-2019 Volvo VHD trucks equipped with snow plow lamp preparation kits. The snow plow headlights can be turned on without other exterior lights, and high beam indicator will not work when the snow plow high beams are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
The driver may operate the vehicle with the snow plow headlights on but the marker and tail lamps off, reducing the vehicle's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the software related to the plow lights, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1804.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 18V-766 (18V766000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | RVXX1804 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Exterior lighting |
| Report date | October 30, 2018 |
| Owners notified | December 19, 2018 |
| Vehicles affected | 4,625 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 18V-766 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the software related to the plow lights, free of charge. The recall began December 19, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1804.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4,625 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.