Recall 20V-536: 2020–2021 Volvo VAH, 2020–2021 Volvo VHD and 2 more

Volvo Trucks North America recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Sep 2, 2020, covering about 11,127 vehicles.

NHTSA number
20V-536
Report date
Sep 2, 2020
Vehicles affected
11,127
Owners notified
Oct 7, 2020

The problem

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2021 VAH, VHD, VNL and VNR vehicles. The die cast pedal plate may break at one of its attachment points, possibly resulting in the brake pedal dislodging. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

The risk

A dislodged brake pedal would be inoperable, increasing a risk of a crash.

The fix

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pedal plates if required, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2004.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerVolvo Trucks North America
ComponentService Brakes, Air
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number20V536000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volvo VAH2020, 2021All years
Volvo VHD2020, 2021All years
Volvo VNL2020, 2021All years
Volvo VNR2020, 2021All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 20V-536?

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2021 VAH, VHD, VNL and VNR vehicles. The die cast pedal plate may break at one of its attachment points, possibly resulting in the brake pedal dislodging. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

How is recall 20V-536 fixed?

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pedal plates if required, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2004.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.