NHTSA Recall 26V444000: Arm (steering)
Volvo Trucks North America reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,858 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Volvo Vah.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V444000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | RVXX2607 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › KNUCKLE › SPINDLE › ARM |
| Report received | July 9, 2026 |
| Owner notification | July 23, 2026 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 VOLVO VAH, VN, VHD, 2026-2027 VNL (4) and VNR (4) vehicles. The steering knuckles may have been manufactured with insufficiently tightened steering arms.
Safety risk
A loose steering arm can result in a loss of vehicle steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten the fasteners between the steering arm and steering knuckle, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2607. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V444000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Volvo Vah | 2026 |
| Volvo Vhd | 2026 |
| Volvo Vn | 2026 |
| Volvo Vnl (4) | 2026, 2027 |
| Volvo Vnr (4) | 2026, 2027 |
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.