NHTSA Recall 14V557000: Software (electrical system)
Volvo Trucks North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 46 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Volvo Vnl.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V557000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RVXX1404 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › SOFTWARE |
| Report received | September 11, 2014 |
| Owner notification | October 27, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2015 VNL and VNX trucks manufactured January 7, 2014, to June 5, 2014, and equipped with a D16 engine. Due to the engine control unit having an incorrect parameter setting in the software, the engine may stall.
Safety risk
An engine stall while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1404.
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 14V557000
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.