The problem
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Volvo New VN trucks. The dynamic steering and oversteer guidance feature may malfunction and cause a loss of steering control.
The risk
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
The oversteer guidance feature will be disabled through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2506.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 25V-520 (25V520000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | RVXX2506 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Steering |
| Report date | August 11, 2025 |
| Owners notified | August 22, 2025 |
| Vehicles affected | 2,487 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the steering
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 25V-520 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: The oversteer guidance feature will be disabled through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 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 2,487 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.