The problem
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Volvo VN and 2025 New VN trucks. The idler gear bracket fasteners may have been improperly tightened, allowing the idler gear to detach from the engine.
The risk
A detached idler gear can damage the engine, resulting in a stall and increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the turbo compound units as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2504.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-257 (25V257000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | RVXX2504 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Report date | April 17, 2025 |
| Owners notified | April 28, 2025 |
| Vehicles affected | 102 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-257 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and replace the turbo compound units as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 102 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.