Recall 15V682 covers 7 2016 Volvo Vn trucks where reverse gear can stay engaged after shifting. Free repair at any franchised Volvo dealer once available.
Volvo is recalling 7 2016 Vn trucks with Eaton Fuller FR-Series 10-speed manual transmissions because the reverse gear can stay engaged after the shift lever moves to neutral. That can make the truck move backward after the driver shifts out of reverse, increasing crash risk; the Volvo dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The 2016 Volvo Vn trucks in this recall use an Eaton Fuller FR-Series 10-speed manual transmission. The transmission routes engine power through selected gears so the driver can back up, shift to neutral, or move forward. Inside the transmission, the reverse gear is supposed to disengage when the shift lever leaves reverse.
On affected trucks, a spacer assembly does not leave enough clearance for the main shaft key. That key can be forced out of position. When the driver shifts from reverse to neutral, the reverse gear can stay engaged. If the driver then selects a forward gear, the transmission can mechanically lock because reverse and a forward gear are engaged at the same time.
Before the failure, the driver can feel the problem at the shifter. Eaton reported that shifting into or out of reverse can require more force than normal.
Who's affected?
| 2016 Volvo Vn | manual transmission |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 7 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2016 Volvo Vn truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the transmission is shifted from reverse into neutral, the vehicle can unexpectedly move backward, increasing the risk of a crash. Extra force needed to shift into or out of reverse is the warning sign Volvo identified. If that happens, stop in a safe place and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Volvo dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 Volvo Vn is included in this recall.
- Review the Volvo owner notice mailed December 21, 2015, or call Volvo customer service if you never received it.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to ask about the free transmission inspection and repair for the reverse-gear engagement problem.
- Reference recall number 15V682 when you call the dealer or Volvo customer service.
- Keep clear space behind the truck when shifting out of reverse until the dealer completes the repair.
What happens at the repair
Volvo's filing says owner notices went out after the recall began on December 21, 2015. Treat the final repair as not open until a Volvo dealer confirms parts and instructions for your VIN. At the dealer, a Volvo technician inspects the Eaton Fuller FR-Series 10-speed manual transmission and repairs the transmission if the inspection shows it is needed. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 15V682.
Timeline
| October 20, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 21, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| October 21, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| December 15, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| December 21, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V682?
Recall 15V682 covers 7 2016 Volvo Vn trucks with certain Eaton Fuller FR-Series 10-speed manual transmissions. The reverse gear can stay engaged after the shift lever moves out of reverse, and Volvo dealers will inspect and repair the transmission for free when needed.
What should I do if my 2016 Volvo Vn is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 15V682. If it is, call a franchised Volvo dealer and ask for the transmission inspection and repair under Volvo recall RVXX1510. Have the campaign number ready when you schedule service.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair covered safety defects at no cost to owners. Volvo dealers will inspect the transmission and repair it, if necessary, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The truck can move backward after the driver shifts from reverse to neutral. If the driver then selects a forward gear, the transmission can mechanically lock because reverse and forward gears are engaged at the same time, increasing crash risk.
When did Volvo begin this recall repair?
Volvo began the recall on December 21, 2015. If your VIN is included and the repair was never completed, contact a franchised Volvo dealer and ask for the free transmission inspection and repair under recall RVXX1510.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V682000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-528-6586 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V682 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V682000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →