Volvo VNL 2016 Recall: Brake Contamination Risk
Volvo recalls 2013-2017 VNL/VNM trucks and 2017 VNX models due to brake system contamination risk from air dryer software. Owners must have control module reprogrammed and filter replaced free of charge.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Volvo is recalling certain 2013-2017 VNL and VNM trucks and 2017 VNX models because software in the air dryer could cause oil and water to contaminate the brake system, potentially increasing crash risk. This is a safety fix that can be done at no cost by dealers. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1227535-volvo-vnl-2016-recall-brake-contamination-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1227535-volvo-vnl-2016-recall-brake-contamination-risk · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #16V928000
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“Volvo VNL 2016 Recall: Brake Contamination Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1227535-volvo-vnl-2016-recall-brake-contamination-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #16V928000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V928000).
Why it’s dangerous
The air dryer software may allow oil and water to enter the brake system, which could reduce braking performance. This might lead to a crash if the vehicle is not properly maintained.
Who’s affected
Truck owners with 2013-2017 VNL/VNM models or 2017 VNX trucks are affected. Drivers using these vehicles are most at risk due to potential brake system contamination.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your Volvo truck has a model year 2013-2017 for VNL/VNM or 2017 for VNX. The recall started on February 16, 2017.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Volvo Customer Service
Call 1-800-528-6586 to get the recall service completed.
Have Dealers Reprogram Control Module
Dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module for free as part of the recall.
Replace Air Dryer Filter
Dealers will replace the air dryer filter for free as part of the recall.
What NHTSA says to do
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module and replace the air dryer filter, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1608.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 56 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 #16V928000 (December 22, 2016)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 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.
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