Volvo VN Truck Accelerator Sensor Disconnection Risk
high How serious is it? About this label
An engine that doesn't return to idle quickly can lead to a loss of vehicle control, raising the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.
Key facts
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V793000 |
|---|---|
| Reported to NHTSA | Nov 22, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Part affected | Vehicle Speed Control |
| Vehicles covered | 1 model/year combination, model years 2024 |
| Do-not-drive advisory | No |
| Park-outside advisory | No |
| Repair | Free at any franchised dealer |
What's wrong, in plain English
Volvo is recalling certain VN trucks because the engine's throttle system may not return to idle fast enough if the sensor that reads the accelerator pedal position becomes disconnected. In plain terms, if that sensor comes loose, the engine could keep pushing power even after the driver lets off the gas pedal, instead of slowing back down right away as it's supposed to.
What you should do
Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?
Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 23V793000. More in how recalls work.
Affected vehicles (1)
Who to contact
Volvo — official Volvo recall lookup
Customer service: 1-800-458-1552
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Official notice
- Component
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2023-2024 VN vehicles. The engine may not return to idle within 2 seconds if the accelerator pedal position sensor becomes disconnected. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 124, "Accelerator Control Systems."
- Safety risk
- An engine that does not return to idle quickly enough can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Volvo Trucks will replace the throttle pedal and update the vehicle software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 27, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2313.
Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.