2021 VOLVO VHD Recalls

Recalls Found

All Recalls

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling 2021 VNL, VNR, VAH, and VHD vehicles. The collets (internal jaws) for the brass fitting inserts used in the pneumatic pass-through plate may have been damaged during leak testing. As a result, the brass fitting may completely release the air brake line from the pass-through plate while under pressure. If this occurs on the park brake circuit, signal pressure that holds off the mechanical spring in the park brake chambers will be lost allowing the park brakes to apply.

NHTSA 20V782000

Report Date

15/12/2020

Component

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Manufacturer

Volvo Trucks North America

Consequence: If the park brakes apply unexpectedly, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air brake line for proper engagement of the fitting in the pass-through plate, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2006.

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2021-2022 VAH, VDH, VNL, AND VNR vehicles. The hubcap compression spring can cause the hubcap to separate.

NHTSA 21V417000

Report Date

02/06/2021

Component

WHEELS:HUB

Manufacturer

Volvo Trucks North America

Consequence: A separated hubcap can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will remove the hubcap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Mack's number for this recall is RVXX 2102.

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2021 VNL, VHD, and VNR vehicles. The king pin nut may not have been installed or properly tightened during axle assembly.

NHTSA 20V535000

Report Date

02/09/2020

Component

STEERING

Manufacturer

Volvo Trucks North America

Consequence: If the king pin is missing or not tightened properly, the knuckle may separate from the axle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to make sure that the king pin nut is installed and that it properly tightened, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1522. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX 2003.

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."

NHTSA 20V536000

Report Date

02/09/2020

Component

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Manufacturer

Volvo Trucks North America

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

Remedy / Corrective Action

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.

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2024 VN and VHD vehicles. The passenger side bench seat may be inadequately attached to the floor. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems" and 210, "Seatbelt Assembly Anchorage."

NHTSA 23V769000

Report Date

15/11/2023

Component

SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Manufacturer

Volvo Trucks North America

Consequence: The attachment points may fail, allowing the bench seat to shift and increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the weld nut with two nuts and a washer, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 29, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2312.

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2025 VN, VAH, VHD and VNRE trucks, equipped with Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU). Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.

NHTSA 24V790000

Report Date

23/10/2024

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Manufacturer

Volvo Trucks North America

Consequence: Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System) may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Dealers will reprogram the ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2409.

⭐

4.7/5.0

44 reviews

Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the 2021 VOLVO VHD have?

The 2021 VOLVO VHD currently has 6 recalls according to NHTSA records. All recall information is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database.

Are 2021 VOLVO VHD recalls free to fix?

Yes! All safety recalls for 2021 VOLVO VHD vehicles must be repaired free of charge by authorized dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. Contact your local VOLVO dealer to schedule a recall repair.

How do I check if my 2021 VOLVO VHD has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by entering your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in our VIN decoder tool. The 17-character VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, or on the driver's side dashboard visible through the windshield.