VOLVO VNL (4) (2025) recall — Exterior Lighting
Volvo recalls 2025-2027 VNL trucks with faulty turn signals that could cause crashes. Owners must update software free via dealer by May 2026.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Turn signals that do not function properly may fail to indicate the driver's intention to change vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
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What happened, in plain English
Volvo is recalling certain 2025-2027 VNL trucks where turn signals might not work properly. This could lead to crashes because drivers may not signal their direction changes correctly. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/82144-volvo-vnl-2025-2027-turn-signals-may-fail-risk-of.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/82144-volvo-vnl-2025-2027-turn-signals-may-fail-risk-of · Updated September 23, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #26V208000
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“Volvo VNL 2025-2027: Turn Signals May Fail, Risk of Crash.” GovInfoNow, updated September 23, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/82144-volvo-vnl-2025-2027-turn-signals-may-fail-risk-of. Based on NHTSA recall #26V208000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V208000).
Why it’s dangerous
Turn signals that don't work properly may not show the driver's intention to change direction. This could cause crashes because other drivers might not know when the vehicle is turning.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2025-2027 Volvo VNL (4) and 2026-2027 VNR (4) trucks are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without updated turn signal software are at risk of crashes.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your truck has a 2025-2027 VNL (4) or 2026-2027 VNR (4) model. The recall covers vehicles that don't meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 for turn signals.
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What to do — step by step
Update Turn Signal Software
Dealers will update the turn signal indicator software for free. Contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 800-528-6586 to schedule the update.
May 2026
What NHTSA says to do
Dealers will update the turn signal indicator software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2604. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning Feb April 8, 2026.
Questions people ask
How do I know if my truck is affected?
Your truck is affected if it's a 2025-2027 VNL (4) or 2026-2027 VNR (4) model. Check VINs on NHTSA.gov starting April 8, 2026.
Is there a risk of serious injury?
The recall states turn signals may fail, increasing crash risk. However, the remedy doesn't specify injury severity.
How do I get the software update?
Dealers will update the software for free. Contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 800-528-6586 to schedule the update.
Contact Volvo Trucks
We’ve drafted a message you can send Volvo Trucks to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 26V208000 — Volvo Trucks Volvo Trucks Hello, I own a Volvo Trucks that is covered by recall 26V208000 from Volvo Trucks. The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the turn signal indicator software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2604. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning Feb April 8, 2026. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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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 #26V208000 (April 1, 2026)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on September 23, 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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