Volvo 2019 VNL Trucks: Trailer Separation Risk
Volvo recalls 2019 VNL trucks with Jost fifth wheel couplings where the trailer may separate from the tractor, increasing crash risk. Owners should contact Volvo for free bracket replacement.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the trailer separates from the tractor, it can increase the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Volvo is recalling certain 2019 VNL trucks that may have a fifth wheel slider bracket too narrow, potentially causing the trailer to separate from the tractor. This could increase crash risk during normal use. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224508-volvo-2019-vnl-trucks-trailer-separation-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224508-volvo-2019-vnl-trucks-trailer-separation-risk · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V542000
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“Volvo 2019 VNL Trucks: Trailer Separation Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224508-volvo-2019-vnl-trucks-trailer-separation-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #18V542000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V542000).
Why it’s dangerous
The fifth wheel slider bracket may be too narrow, allowing the trailer to separate from the tractor. This separation could increase the risk of a crash during normal operation.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 Volvo VNL trucks with Jost fifth wheel couplings are affected. Drivers using these trucks for commercial or recreational trailer towing are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2019 Volvo VNL truck has a Jost fifth wheel coupling. The recall began September 25, 2018, and affects specific models sold in the U.S.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Volvo
Call 1-800-528-6586 to schedule a free inspection and potential replacement of the fifth wheel slider bracket.
What NHTSA says to do
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fifth wheel slider bracket, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall RVXX1801.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 40 days.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V542000 (August 16, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 6, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.