Recall 25V055 affects 174 2023-2025 Volvo Vnre (Electric) trucks for loose battery hardware that can short circuit. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 174 2023-2025 Vnre (Electric) trucks because loose hardware inside the high-voltage battery can create a short circuit in the battery cells. A short circuit increases the risk of fire, and Volvo dealers will inspect and repair the battery system free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The high voltage battery pack on the 2023-2025 Volvo Vnre (Electric) truck stores the energy that drives the electric propulsion system. It is built from battery cells and managed by cooling and monitoring systems that keep temperature and power flow within design limits.
On affected trucks, the BorgWarner GEN 3 battery pack contains loose hardware from inadequate manufacturing process controls. That loose hardware can create a short circuit inside the battery cells, meaning electricity takes a path it was not designed to take. A short inside the pack can overheat the battery and damage the pack, so Volvo is replacing the affected batteries with packs made without this manufacturing issue.
The warning sign is an overheating alert from the vehicle battery thermal management system. The alert appears in the instrument cluster and driver information display, so treat that message as a battery warning and arrange service through a Volvo dealer.
Who's affected?
One Vnre (Electric) model line spans the 2023, 2024, and 2025 model years, with the same high-voltage traction battery component listed each year.
| 2025 Volvo Vnre (Electric) | high-voltage traction battery |
|---|---|
| 2023 Volvo Vnre (Electric) | high-voltage traction battery |
| 2024 Volvo Vnre (Electric) | high-voltage traction battery |
| Units affected | 174 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the high voltage battery short circuits, fire risk increases. The battery thermal management system gives the driver an instrument cluster or driver information display warning when the battery overheats. Treat that warning as a reason to stop in a safe place and contact a Volvo dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2025 Volvo Vnre (Electric) is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the free high-voltage battery replacement that addresses loose hardware and short-circuit risk inside the battery cells.
- Bring the recall notice if Volvo mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V055 when you call.
- Follow the Volvo dealer's instructions about charging, parking, and truck use until the battery replacement is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician replaces the high voltage batteries covered by the recall. The replacement is free, and parts and labor are covered. If the truck is included, the service visit focuses on removing the covered battery units and installing replacement batteries. Ask the dealer whether the truck needs towing or special handling before moving it for service safely.
Timeline
| February 5, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
|---|---|
| February 5, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| March 25, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
| April 6, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| April 24, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V055?
Recall 25V055 covers 174 2023-2025 Volvo Vnre (Electric) trucks with high-voltage battery hardware that can loosen and create a short circuit inside the battery cells. A short circuit increases fire risk. Volvo dealers will replace the batteries for free.
What should I do if my 2023-2025 Volvo Vnre (Electric) is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 25V055. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the battery replacement. Reference recall number 25V055 or Volvo recall number RVXX2501 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Volvo dealers will replace the affected high-voltage batteries free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised Volvo dealer handling this recall.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The high-voltage battery can short circuit if loose hardware inside the battery cells creates an electrical fault. Volvo's remedy is to replace the affected batteries, free of charge, through a franchised Volvo dealer.
When were owners notified about recall 25V055?
Volvo mailed owner letters on April 24, 2025. For additional vehicles added on July 22, 2025, Volvo mailed owner letters on or before August 25, 2025. If you did not receive a letter, check your VIN and call Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V055000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-528-6586 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V055 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V055000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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