Volvo VNL (4) and VNR (4) recall 26V513000 - Exterior Lighting

NHTSA · August 6, 2026

• NHTSA recall campaign 26V513000 (Volvo), reported August 6, 2026.
• Potentially affected vehicles: 2,071.
• Component: Exterior Lighting.
• Details as of October 13, 2026; the linked official notice is authoritative for lot codes, VINs, and remedies.

Agency

NHTSA

Posted

August 6, 2026

Recalling firm

Volvo Trucks North America

Source ID

26V513000

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How this recall compares

• NHTSA's recalls file lists 115 recall campaigns from Volvo Trucks North America since 2010, 9 of them reported in 2026 so far.
• At 2,071 vehicles, it is larger than 61% of the 698 NHTSA campaigns from 2026 so far with a count of potentially affected vehicles.

Defect

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026-2027 VNL (4) and VNR (4) vehicles. The center roof marker lights may fail to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Marker lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective action

Dealers will replace the center roof marker light, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 22, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2608. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 13, 2026.

Affected vehicles

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