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Volvo VNL truck brakes may release too slowly

NHTSA campaign 26V186000 · Reported 2026-03-25 · Volvo Trucks North America

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Moderately serious — a delayed brake release can increase crash risk, but the notice does not tell owners to stop driving, so continue with care and get the repair scheduled.

What's wrong, in plain English

On some 2025-2026 Volvo VNL trucks, the service brakes can take longer than they should to let go after you come off the pedal. That means the brakes may stay on for a moment when you expect the truck to start moving again. Federal air brake rules set a limit on how long that release can take, and these trucks do not meet it. Dealers will add an extra brake valve and fittings to the truck's air lines, free of charge.

What you should do

1. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm your truck is affected.
2. Call your Volvo Trucks dealer, or Volvo Trucks at 800-528-6586 (recall RVXX2602), to book the work.
3. Have the extra brake valve and fittings installed at no charge.

Affected vehicles (2)

Who to contact

Volvo — official Volvo recall lookup

Customer service: 1-800-458-1552

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Official notice

Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Summary
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."
Safety risk
A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.
Remedy
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.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.