Volvo Recall 22V-896: Service brakes, air – critical fasteners

Affected: 2022–2023 Volvo VNL. Filed with NHTSA on December 6, 2022, covering about 412 vehicles.

The problem

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2023 VNL vehicles. The air tank bracket fasteners were excessively tightened and may have broken.

The risk

Broken fasteners may allow the air tank to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2205.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign22V-896 (22V896000)
Manufacturer numberRVXX2205
ManufacturerVolvo Trucks North America
ComponentService brakes, air › Critical fasteners
Report dateDecember 6, 2022
Owners notifiedDecember 16, 2022
Vehicles affected412
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the brakes

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 22V-896 repair free?

Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2205.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 412 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.