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NHTSA recall 26V-186 (26V186000)

service brakes, air recall reported March 25, 2026.

NHTSA campaign number
26V186000
Also written as
26V-186
Reported
March 25, 2026
Component
service brakes, air

What is being recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2026 VNL (4) vehicles. The service brake may take longer than expected to release. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Why it is dangerous

A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Dealers will install an additional brake valve and fittings to the service brake pneumatic plumbing, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 29, 2026.Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2602.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-186 when calling a dealer.

Affected 2 models

Volvo VNL - 2025, 2026
Volvo VNL (4) - 2025, 2026

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Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.