The problem
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2027 VNL (4) and 2026-2027 VNR (4) vehicles equipped with a tanker application package. Inaccurate axle load calculations may cause reduced braking performance while transporting smoothbore tanker trailers.
The risk
Reduced braking performance can require a greater distance to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install new software to disable the dynamic trailer braking calculations, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2610. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 5, 2026.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-619 (26V619000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | RVXX2610 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Component | Service brakes, electric › Software/programming |
| Report date | September 28, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 392 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-619 repair free?
Yes. Volvo dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install new software to disable the dynamic trailer braking calculations, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 27, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 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 392 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.