Recall 21V-781: 2022 Volvo VNL

Volvo Trucks North America recall for power train, reported to NHTSA on Oct 6, 2021, covering about 162 vehicles.

NHTSA number
21V-781
Report date
Oct 6, 2021
Vehicles affected
162
Owners notified
Nov 1, 2021

The problem

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022 VNL vehicles. The electronic control unit software may allow the transmission to shift into neutral unexpectedly.

The risk

An unexpected shift to neutral can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will reprogram the electronic control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 01, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2104.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerVolvo Trucks North America
ComponentPower Train › Automatic Transmission
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number21V781000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volvo VNL2022All 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 21V-781?

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022 VNL vehicles. The electronic control unit software may allow the transmission to shift into neutral unexpectedly.

How is recall 21V-781 fixed?

Dealers will reprogram the electronic control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 01, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2104.

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.