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2019–2023 Volvo Vnre (electric) recall: Electrical system: wiring, switches/knobs/buttons

NHTSA campaign 23V-025 · January 23, 2023 · Volvo Trucks North America

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
23V025000
Reported
January 23, 2023
Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Part
Electrical system: wiring, switches/knobs/buttons
Vehicles affected
About 135

What is wrong

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2019-2023 VNRE battery electric trucks. The cabin heater relay may fail, causing the coolant heater to overheat.

Safety risk

A coolant heater that overheats can increase the risk of fire.

The fix

Dealers will update the software for the Hybrid Powertrain Control Unit and Instrument Cluster, and install replacement relays, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 16, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2301.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Volvo Vnre (electric) (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

A coolant heater that overheats can increase the risk of fire.

What is the fix?

Dealers will update the software for the Hybrid Powertrain Control Unit and Instrument Cluster, and install replacement relays, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 16, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2301.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.