Recall 23V690 affects 1,933 2024 Volvo Vnr, Vhd, and Vnl trucks for a loose steering fastener. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 1,933 2024 Vnl, Vhd, and Vnr trucks because a loose fastener between the pitman arm and draglink can let the steering connection fail. A failed connection can cause loss of steering control and raise crash risk, and Volvo dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The steering linkage on the 2024 Volvo Vnr, Vhd, and Vnl trucks turns driver input at the steering wheel into movement at the front wheels. A castle nut holds the pitman arm to the drag link, a joint that transfers force from the steering gear into the steering linkage. The cotter pin is there to keep that nut from backing off after it is tightened.
On affected trucks, Volvo found inadequate torque control and torque auditing during assembly. That means the castle nut at this steering joint was not tightened correctly on trucks built between July 21, 2023 and September 9, 2023. If the nut loosens far enough, the joint can separate and the driver can lose steering control.
A driver can notice excess play, looseness, or vibration in the steering before the joint fails. A pre-trip inspection can also find a missing or failed cotter pin, or a loose nut at the pitman-arm-to-drag-link connection.
Who's affected?
Covers the Vnr, Vhd, and Vnl truck lines using the same steering-system castle nut.
| 2024 Volvo Vnr | steering system |
|---|---|
| 2024 Volvo Vhd | steering system |
| 2024 Volvo Vnl | steering system |
| Units affected | 1,933 |
| 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?
Loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. Steering looseness, excessive play, or vibration is a warning sign; stop the trip safely and call the dealer if you notice it. Pre trip inspections can also find a loose nut or cotter pin issue. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2024 Volvo Vnr, Vhd, or Vnl truck is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the free steering inspection and repair.
- Ask the dealer to inspect and tighten the castle nuts and install new cotter pins, which re-secures the pitman arm and draglink steering connection.
- Bring the recall notice if Volvo has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V690 when you call.
- Avoid unnecessary trips until the steering fastener inspection and repair are complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician inspects the pitman arm and draglink connection, tightens the castle nuts, and installs new cotter pins. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. If you already paid out of pocket for a related steering repair before the recall notice, Volvo's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses. Bring your repair paperwork to the service desk and ask how to submit it for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 13, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 19, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| October 19, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 1, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| December 4, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| December 4, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V690?
Recall 23V690 covers 1,933 2024 Volvo Vnr, Vhd, and Vnl trucks with a loose fastener connecting the pitman arm and draglink. If that connection fails, the driver can lose steering control, increasing crash risk. Volvo dealers inspect and tighten the castle nuts and install new cotter pins for free.
What should I do if my 2024 Volvo Vnr, Vhd, or Vnl is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 23V690. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the steering inspection, castle-nut tightening, and new cotter pins. Reference recall 23V690 and Volvo recall number RVXX2311 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Volvo dealers will inspect and tighten the castle nuts and install new cotter pins free of charge. The repair applies at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What is the safety risk in recall 23V690?
The risk is loss of steering control. Volvo's filing says the fastener connecting the pitman arm and draglink can be loose, which can let the connection fail and increase crash risk. The dealer repair addresses that connection by tightening the castle nuts and installing new cotter pins.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V690000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-528-6586 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V690 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V690000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 →