The 2026 Volvo VN has 4 recalls, the most serious being loose wheel lug nuts that can allow a wheel to detach while driving, creating a loss of vehicle control and a road hazard for other drivers.
Two electrical and structural concerns follow. Power cables routed incorrectly inside certain trucks can short circuit, either stalling the engine unexpectedly or overheating the cables to the point of fire. On the structural side, interior door handle cables that were not properly connected to the door latches can prevent the doors from being opened from inside, slowing exit from the cab in an emergency. There is also a lighting issue: improperly manufactured roof marker light connectors may cause the center roof marker lights to stop working, reducing the truck's visibility to surrounding traffic at night or in low-visibility conditions.
At a glance
What can fail
Wheel lug nuts can loosen, allowing the wheel to separate from the vehicle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect wheel and hub surfaces, remove masking material, and replace worn components at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The connector for the center roof marker light may not have been properly manufactured, which could cause the light to not work.
What the fix does
Volvo Trucks will mail you instructions to have a dealership inspect and replace the center roof marker light if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The cables connecting the interior door handles to the door latches may not be properly installed. This can prevent doors from opening from inside the truck.
What the fix does
Volvo Trucks will mail you instructions to visit a dealership for inspection and replacement of the door latch cables if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Power cables may be routed incorrectly, creating a risk of electrical short circuit.
What the fix does
Dealers will re-route the power cables at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
