NHTSA model-year recall report

2021 Volvo VN Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Urgent advisories

Oct 23, 2024

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Volvo VN average of 2.8 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Seats › Critical Fasteners, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2021 Volvo VN recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 24V790000

Electrical System › Software

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Oct 23, 2024

What is recalled

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.

Safety 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.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 23V769000

Seats › Critical Fasteners

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Nov 15, 2023

What is recalled

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."

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2021 Volvo VN recall questions

How many recalls does the 2021 Volvo VN have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2021 Volvo VN. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2021 Volvo VN?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology