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2021 Volvo VNR Recalls

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

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8

NHTSA campaigns

7

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Apr 19, 2023

Latest campaign date

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What the record says

This model year's count is above the Volvo VNR average of 5.5 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Steering, appearing in 2 campaigns.

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Source campaign records

All 2021 Volvo VNR recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 23V280000

Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery › Thermal Management › Fluid / Coolant

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Apr 19, 2023

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2024 VNR Electric vehicles. The coolant line in the high voltage battery pack may not be fully seated and locked, which can result in the loss of coolant and an electrical short circuit.

Safety consequence

A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo Trucks will work with the battery manufacturer Akasol to inspect and replace the batteries, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX 2304.

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

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 23V255000

Equipment Adaptive / Mobility › Vehicle Controls › Braking

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Apr 7, 2023

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2023 VNR Electric vehicles equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). When the adaptive cruise control braking activates under light load conditions, it can trigger an aggressive braking response.

Safety consequence

Overly aggressive braking can result in the rear axle skidding, the brakes locking up, and/or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will secure wiring and remove radar antennas and brackets from the vehicle. The anti-lock braking system will be reprogrammed to disable adaptive cruise control. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2303.

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

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 21V417000

Wheels › Hub

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Jun 2, 2021

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

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

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V782000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Critical Fasteners

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Dec 15, 2020

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

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

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V536000

Service Brakes, Air

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Sep 2, 2020

What is recalled

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."

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

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

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V535000

Steering

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Sep 2, 2020

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

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

Manufacturer remedy

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.

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

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V384000

Equipment › Other › Labels

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Jul 1, 2020

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2021 VNL and VNR buses. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the rear drive axles stated on the Federal Certification Label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

Safety consequence

If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2002.

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

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V241000

Steering

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

Reported Apr 29, 2020

What is recalled

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2021 VNL and VNR trucks. The steering gear fasteners may have not been properly tightened.

Safety consequence

The loose fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the steering gear fasteners to specification, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2001.

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

Campaign details

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How many recalls does the 2021 Volvo VNR have?

This verified dataset contains 8 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2021 Volvo VNR. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

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

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