Recall 23V-025: 2019–2023 Volvo Vnre (Electric)

Volvo Trucks North America recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jan 23, 2023, covering about 135 vehicles.

NHTSA number
23V-025
Report date
Jan 23, 2023
Vehicles affected
135
Owners notified
Mar 16, 2023

The problem

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2023 VNRE battery electric trucks. The cabin heater relay may fail, causing the coolant heater to overheat.

The risk

A coolant heater that overheats can increase the risk of fire.

The fix

Dealers will update the software for the Hybrid Powertrain Control Unit and Instrument Cluster, and install replacement relays, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 16, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2301.

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
ComponentElectrical System › Wiring › Switches/Knobs/Buttons
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number23V025000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volvo Vnre (Electric)2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023All 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 23V-025?

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2023 VNRE battery electric trucks. The cabin heater relay may fail, causing the coolant heater to overheat.

How is recall 23V-025 fixed?

Dealers will update the software for the Hybrid Powertrain Control Unit and Instrument Cluster, and install replacement relays, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 16, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2301.

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.