Volvo VNL (4) recall 26V186000 - Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

NHTSA · March 25, 2026

• NHTSA recall campaign 26V186000 (Volvo), reported March 25, 2026.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 222.
• Component: Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings.
• Details as of October 23, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

March 25, 2026

Recalling firm

Volvo Trucks North America

Source ID

26V186000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 117 recall campaigns from Volvo Trucks North America since 2010, 11 of them reported in 2026 so far.
• At 222 vehicles, it is larger than 41% of the 738 NHTSA campaigns from 2026 so far with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

Defect

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2026 VNL (4) vehicles. The service brake may take longer than expected to release. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 121, "Air Brake Systems."

Consequence

A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.

Corrective action

Dealers will install an additional brake valve and fittings to the service brake pneumatic plumbing, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed July 29, 2026.Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2602.

Affected vehicles

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