NHTSA Recall 24V741000
Filed by Volvo Trucks North America. Component: Vehicle Speed Control. Reported 2024-10-03. An estimated 2,098 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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."
Risk
Sudden unintended acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will 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.
Manufacturer campaign number: RVXX2408
Notes
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 nhtsa.gov.