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2011-2014 Volvo Vah/Vnl Recall 14V740: Tire Failure

Recall 14V740 affects 115 2011-2014 Volvo Vah and Vnl trucks for premature tire failure. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.

Volvo is recalling 115 2011-2014 Vah and Vnl trucks under recall 14V740 because tires can fail prematurely during high speed, heavy load, or high road temperature driving. Premature tire failure raises crash risk, and the dealer repair will be free once Volvo makes it available.

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What's wrong?

The tires on 2011-2014 Volvo Vah and Vnl trucks carry the truck's weight, keep the tread in contact with the road, and absorb heat created by speed, load, and pavement temperature. They are designed to hold their shape and air pressure while the truck is working, including under highway use and cargo load.

In this recall, the tire is the affected component. Under operating conditions such as high speed, heavy load, and high road temperature, affected trucks can experience premature tire failure. That means the tire reaches a failure point earlier than expected during service, instead of continuing to support the truck through the normal operating range.

There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or driver should not expect a dashboard alert, a noise, or another clear signal before the tire fails.

Who's affected?

Spans both Vah and Vnl trucks across the 2011-2014 model years, all tied to tires.

2012 Volvo Vah tire
2013 Volvo Vah tire
2014 Volvo Vah tire
2012 Volvo Vnl tire
2013 Volvo Vnl tire
Units affected115

The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.

What's the safety risk?

Premature tire failure can increase the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, drive cautiously and arrange the tire replacement promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Volvo dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2014 Volvo Vah or Vnl truck is included in this recall.
  2. Contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586 to confirm current repair availability for your VIN.
  3. Reference recall number 14V740 and Volvo recall RVXX1405 when you call or speak with a dealer.
  4. Ask a franchised Volvo dealer about the free tire replacement and road speed limiter service that addresses premature tire failure during high speed, heavy load, or high road temperature operation.
  5. Avoid high speeds and heavy loads until the repair is complete.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Volvo technician replaces the tires covered by recall 14V740 and sets the road speed limiter for the truck. Volvo's recall filing states that this work is free of charge. Because the filing does not give a current remedy status, confirm parts availability and scheduling with the Volvo dealer before bringing the truck in. The dealer repair will be free once available, and the service desk can explain whether the limiter setting affects normal use for your route.

Timeline

November 18, 2014 NHTSA published the recall
January 16, 2015 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 14V740?

Recall 14V740 covers 115 2011-2014 Volvo Vah and Vnl trucks that can experience premature tire failure under high speed, heavy load, and high road temperature conditions. Volvo dealers will replace the tires and set the road speed limiter for free.

What should I do if my 2011-2014 Volvo Vah or Vnl is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 14V740. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule tire replacement and road speed limiter service. Reference recall number 14V740 and Volvo recall number RVXX1405 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and Volvo's remedy says dealers will replace the tires and set the road speed limiter free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Volvo dealer.

What is the safety risk?

Premature tire failure can raise crash risk. The recall identifies certain operating conditions, including high speeds, heavy load, and high road temperature, as the concern. If your VIN is included, schedule the free tire replacement and speed limiter service with a Volvo dealer.

When did Volvo start this recall?

Volvo began the recall on January 16, 2015. Because that date has passed, affected owners can contact a Volvo dealer for the free tire replacement and road speed limiter service. Volvo customer service is also listed at 1-800-528-6586.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V740000
Volvo customer service1-800-528-6586
NHTSA recall #14V740
NHTSA recall # (full)14V740000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 1, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →