The 2020 Volvo VHD has 5 recalls, the most serious involving a brake pedal that can break away from its mounting and become inoperable, removing the driver's ability to apply the brakes.
On the electrical side, a blown fuse in the transmission circuit can prevent the transmission from shifting, and a separate software issue in the Bendix electronic control unit can cause it to misprocess commands or stop responding entirely, potentially disabling anti-lock brakes, traction control, electronic stability control, and the collision mitigation system all at once. There is also a transmission auxiliary air tank concern: the straps securing the tank can deform and release their fasteners, dropping the tank onto the road and creating a hazard for other vehicles. Rounding out the recalls, the passenger-side bench seat may not be adequately secured to the floor and can shift in a crash, compromising the occupant's restraint.
At a glance
What can fail
Electrical noise and weak signal strength in the power line carrier may cause the Bendix EC80 electronic control unit to misinterpret commands or fail completely.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the electronic control unit software at no cost to restore proper operation.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The passenger side bench seat may not be securely attached to the floor due to inadequate fastening, which could cause the seat to move or separate during operation.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the weld nut with two nuts and a washer to secure the seat properly.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The die cast pedal plate can break at its attachment points, which may cause the brake pedal to come loose.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the pedal plates if needed at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The t-bolt fasteners on the transmission auxiliary air tank straps may have been over-tightened, causing the strap to deform where the fastener is anchored.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the air tank strap and replace it if necessary at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuse in the transmission circuit may blow, which prevents the transmission from shifting gears.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission circuit fuse if needed at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
