Recall 22V399 covers 1,779 2022-2023 Volvo Vn trucks with steering gears that can fracture. Repair will be free at any franchised Volvo dealer once available.
Volvo is recalling 1,779 2022-2023 Vn tractor trailers because incorrectly assembled steering gears can fracture. A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk, and the Volvo dealer repair will be free once the remedy is available.
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What's wrong?
The steering gear on 2022-2023 Volvo Vn tractor trailers is the heavy duty gearbox that turns driver input at the steering wheel into movement at the front wheels. It has to hold its internal parts in alignment while the truck is moving, turning, and carrying road loads through the steering system.
On affected trucks, the steering gear was assembled incorrectly. That incorrect assembly puts stress inside the gear, and the gear can fracture internally. Once that happens, the steering system no longer responds the way the driver expects, because the part that transfers steering force has broken inside the housing.
Before the internal fracture, the driver can notice steering that feels strained or harder than normal. There is no audible or visual warning before failure, so the change in steering feel is the warning sign to take seriously.
Who's affected?
Both model years list the same steering system component.
| 2023 Volvo Vn | steering system |
|---|---|
| 2022 Volvo Vn | steering system |
| Units affected | 1,779 |
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?
A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash. If steering feels strained, stop using the truck and contact a Volvo dealer for guidance; there is no audible or visual warning. Repair will be free at any franchised Volvo dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Volvo Vn is included in this recall.
- Watch for Volvo's owner letter dated July 29, 2022, before scheduling the dealer visit.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer or Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586 to confirm whether the free steering-gear inspection and replacement is open.
- Reference recall number 22V399 and Volvo recall RVXX2202 when you call.
- Limit driving until the steering-gear inspection is complete because a fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control.
What happens at the repair
Volvo's final dealer repair is still under development, so this is not a repair scheduling notice. Once the remedy opens, a Volvo technician will inspect the steering gear on covered 2022-2023 Vn tractor trailers and replace the steering gear where needed. Parts and labor will be covered under the recall. Volvo has a general reimbursement plan on file for covered steering gear expenses paid before the recall repair. Ask Volvo Truck customer service or the dealer how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 7, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 10, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| June 10, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 29, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 29, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V399?
Recall 22V399 covers 1,779 2022-2023 Volvo Vn tractor trailers with steering gears that were assembled incorrectly. The gear can fracture and cause loss of steering control, increasing crash risk. Volvo dealers will inspect and replace affected steering gears for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Volvo Vn is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V399. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer and ask for the steering gear inspection under recall 22V399. Ask the service desk whether replacement parts and instructions are ready for your VIN.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Volvo dealers will inspect the steering gear and replace it if needed, with parts and labor covered under recall 22V399.
What is the safety risk in recall 22V399?
The safety risk is loss of steering control. Volvo says an incorrectly assembled steering gear can fracture, which increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, contact a Volvo dealer before putting the vehicle back into regular service.
When did Volvo notify owners about recall 22V399?
Volvo's owner-letter date for recall 22V399 was July 29, 2022. If you bought the vehicle used or never received the letter, check your VIN and reference recall 22V399 when you call a franchised Volvo dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V399000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-528-6586 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V399 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V399000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →