Recall 22V605 covers 12 2023 Volvo Vn trucks for an ECM short that stalls the engine. Free repair at a franchised Volvo dealer once available.
Volvo is recalling 12 2023 Vn vehicles because an internal electrical short in the engine control module can stall the engine. An unexpected stall can increase crash risk, and the Volvo dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The engine control module on the 2023 Volvo Vn is the truck's main engine computer. It reads signals from engine sensors and tells fuel, air, and other engine systems how to operate. When it works normally, the module keeps the engine running at the right speed and responds to driver input.
On affected trucks, the problem starts inside the Cummins engine control module. During production, a screw in a supplier soldering fixture moved out of position and pushed an electrolytic capacitor frame into the printed circuit board, the flat board that carries the module's electrical circuits. That contact can create an internal electrical short. If the module shorts, it can fail and the engine can stall.
There is no warning sign before failure. The truck can be running normally before the engine control module fails, so an included VIN needs the defect corrected with a replacement module that does not have this manufacturing defect.
Who's affected?
| 2023 Volvo Vn | Engine control module (ecu/ecm) |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 12 |
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?
An unexpected engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before failure, so treat any stall as a reason to get the truck off the road 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 2023 Volvo Vn is included in this recall.
- Watch for the Volvo owner letter if you have not received it, and keep your VIN confirmation with your truck records.
- Ask a franchised Volvo dealer when the ECM replacement and recalibration that addresses the engine-stall short circuit is available.
- Reference recall number 22V605 when you call Volvo customer service or the dealer.
- Avoid unnecessary trips until Volvo confirms repair timing. If the engine stalls, move out of traffic and call for roadside assistance.
What happens at the repair
Volvo has not opened the final dealer repair yet. Once available, a Volvo technician will replace the engine control module and recalibrate the system so the new module is set up for the truck. The final dealer repair will be free once available. Repairs paid before the recall notice are handled through the manufacturer's limited warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the source states no owner would be eligible outside that warranty coverage.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| August 9, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 27, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 29, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 29, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| September 29, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V605?
Recall 22V605 covers 12 2023 Volvo Vn vehicles with an engine control module that can short internally and stall the engine. An unexpected stall increases crash risk. Cummins will replace the ECM and recalibrate it for free.
What should I do if my 2023 Volvo Vn is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V605. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer and ask about the ECM replacement and recalibration. Reference recall number 22V605 and Volvo recall number RVXX2203 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the remedy for recall 22V605 is an ECM replacement and recalibration. Parts and labor are covered through a franchised Volvo dealer.
Is it safe to drive my 2023 Volvo Vn before the repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. The safety risk is an unexpected engine stall, which increases crash risk. If your vehicle stalls, has engine-control faults, or feels unsafe, stop driving and ask the dealer about towing or service guidance.
When were owners notified about recall 22V605?
Volvo mailed owner notification letters on September 29, 2022. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether the recall applies. Check your VIN and reference recall 22V605 when you contact the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V605000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-528-6586 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V605 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V605000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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