NHTSA Recall 22V896000: Critical fasteners (service brakes) and reservoir/tank (service brakes)
Volvo Trucks North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 412 vehicles. It affects 2022–2023 Volvo Vnl.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V896000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RVXX2205 |
| Components | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › CRITICAL FASTENERS; SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SUPPLY › RESERVOIR/TANK |
| Report received | December 6, 2022 |
| Owner notification | December 16, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2023 VNL vehicles. The air tank bracket fasteners were excessively tightened and may have broken.
Safety risk
Broken fasteners may allow the air tank to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2205.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V896000
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.