Volvo VN recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 3, 2024

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Volvo Trucks North America recalls 2022–2024 Volvo VN

Recall number

24V741000

Brand / firm

Volvo

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,098 units

Why it was recalled

Sudden unintended acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Volvo VN vehicles. When the Controller Area Network (CAN) communications are interrupted and the vehicle is in limp mode, an incorrect accelerator pedal signal can result in unintended acceleration. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 124, "Accelerator Control Systems."

What to do

Dealers will update the electronic control unit (ECU) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 26, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Customer Service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2408.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.