Recall 23V-690: 2024 Volvo VHD, 2024 Volvo VNL and 1 more

Volvo Trucks North America recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Oct 13, 2023, covering about 1,933 vehicles.

NHTSA number
23V-690
Report date
Oct 13, 2023
Vehicles affected
1,933
Owners notified
Nov 1, 2023

The problem

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024 VNL, VHD, and VNR trucks. The fastener that connects two steering components, the pitman arm and draglink, may be loose, which can cause the connection to fail and result in a loss of steering control.

The risk

A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and tighten the castle nuts and install new cotter pins, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 4, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2311.

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
ComponentSteering
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number23V690000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Volvo VHD2024All years
Volvo VNL2024All years
Volvo VNR2024All 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-690?

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024 VNL, VHD, and VNR trucks. The fastener that connects two steering components, the pitman arm and draglink, may be loose, which can cause the connection to fail and result in a loss of steering control.

How is recall 23V-690 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and tighten the castle nuts and install new cotter pins, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 4, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2311.

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.