Supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 26V-186 · 2025–2026 Volvo VNL (4)
Volvo Trucks North America recall 26V-186 covers 222 2025–2026 Volvo VNL (4) for a supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on March 25, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 39% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V186000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
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."
The risk
A delayed brake release can increase the risk of crash.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from May 28, 2024 to December 11, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.