Recall 23V-512
Volvo Trucks North America recalled the 2020 to 2024 Volvo Vnre (electric): Electrical system (propulsion system, traction battery).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 23V-512
- Reported
- July 24, 2023
- Vehicles affected
- 172 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2024 VNR Electric vehicles. The rivnut threaded inserts inside the high-voltage battery may be over-tightened and break, which could result in a short circuit.
The risk
An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the batteries, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 15, 2023. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-[removed]. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2308.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Volvo Vnre (electric) 2020 to 2024