Volvo Recall 23V-511: Visibility – motor

Affected: 2022–2024 Volvo Vah, 2022–2024 Volvo VHD, 2022–2024 Volvo VNL and 1 more. Filed with NHTSA on July 24, 2023, covering about 55,012 vehicles.

The problem

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNR, VNL, VHD, and VAH trucks. The windshield wiper motor gears may wear prematurely, causing the motor to fail.

The risk

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2309.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign23V-511 (23V511000)
Manufacturer numberRVXX2309
ManufacturerVolvo Trucks North America
ComponentVisibility › Windshield wiper/washer › Motor
Report dateJuly 24, 2023
Owners notifiedNovember 1, 2023
Vehicles affected55,012
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 23V-511 repair free?

Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2309.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 55,012 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.