NHTSA Recall 13V268000: Clutch assembly (power train)
Volvo Trucks North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 23,056 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Volvo Vah.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V268000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RVXX1303 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › CLUTCH ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | June 26, 2013 |
| Owner notification | August 26, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied.
Safety risk
Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the distance required to stop the truck may lengthen, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V268000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo Vah | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Volvo Vhd | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Volvo Vnl | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Volvo Vnm | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Volvo Vt | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.