Recall 15V630 affects 1,669 2015-2016 Volvo Vah and Vhd trucks for insufficient headlight illumination. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 1,669 2015-2016 Vah and Vhd trucks because their headlights do not meet minimum intensity requirements, leaving the roadway underlit. Insufficient illumination increases crash risk, and Volvo dealers will correct the headlight issue free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The headlamps on 2015-2016 Volvo Vah and Vhd trucks are the sealed beam lights at the front of the truck. Their normal job is to put enough light on the road ahead and make the truck visible to other drivers in low light or darkness. Federal lighting rules set minimum intensity levels for that beam.
On the recalled trucks, a manufacturing issue left the affected headlamps below the required light intensity. The lamps still turn on, but the beam does not provide enough roadway illumination at required test points. That means the driver has less light to work with at night or in poor visibility, and the truck does not meet the federal lighting standard for headlamps.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should not rely on the lamp turning on as proof that it meets the required brightness level.
Who's affected?
Covers the Vah and Vhd across the 2015 and 2016 model years, with both tied to the same headlight component.
| 2015 Volvo Vah | Headlights |
|---|---|
| 2015 Volvo Vhd | Headlights |
| 2016 Volvo Vah | Headlights |
| 2016 Volvo Vhd | Headlights |
| Units affected | 1,669 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
Insufficient headlight illumination reduces the driver's ability to see the road, lane edges, pedestrians, or hazards in low light, which increases the risk of a crash. Use extra caution until the headlights are replaced. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2015-2016 Volvo Vah or Vhd is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the free headlamp replacement that fixes the insufficient roadway illumination.
- Bring the recall notice if Volvo mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V630 when you call.
- Use extra caution at night or in low light until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician replaces the headlights covered by the recall so the truck meets the required roadway illumination standard. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you paid out of pocket for a related headlight repair before the recall notice, Volvo's reimbursement plan reviews owner-paid repairs case by case. Keep invoices and repair records and contact Volvo customer service for the claim process.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 7, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 8, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| October 8, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 3, 2015 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 3, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 19, 2016 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V630?
Recall 15V630 covers 1,669 2015-2016 Volvo Vah and Vhd trucks with headlights that fail to meet minimum intensity requirements, leaving the road insufficiently lit and increasing crash risk. Volvo dealers will replace the headlights for free.
What should I do if my 2015-2016 Volvo Vah or Vhd is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 15V630. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the headlight replacement. Reference recall number 15V630 or Volvo recall number RVXX1505 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Volvo's remedy states that dealers will replace the headlights free of charge at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced roadway illumination from headlights that do not meet minimum intensity requirements. Poor illumination can make hazards harder to see and increases crash risk. The dealer repair replaces the affected headlights.
When did Volvo start this recall repair?
Volvo began the recall on January 19, 2016. The remedy is available, so an included 2015-2016 Volvo Vah or Vhd truck can be scheduled with a franchised Volvo dealer for the free headlight replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V630000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-528-6586 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V630 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V630000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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