Recall 25V214 affects 5,257 2023-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) trucks for hazard-switch backlighting failure. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 5,257 2023-2026 Vnl (4) trucks because the hazard switch back lighting can stop working. If the switch is not illuminated, it can be harder to locate when needed, increasing the risk of a crash or injury; Volvo dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The hazard switch in the 2023-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) is the dashboard control that turns on the truck's hazard flashing warning lights. Its back lighting is the small light behind the switch, so the driver can identify the control in low light. The VMCU 2 control unit runs the software that helps manage that lighting circuit.
On affected trucks, a transient voltage spike can trip the overcurrent protection in the hazard switch lighting circuit. Overcurrent protection is the circuit's self-protection against excess electrical load. When it trips, the hazard switch back lighting becomes inoperative even though the switch itself is still the control for the hazard lights. Volvo's repair is updated software that keeps the switch back lighting operational.
There is no warning sign before failure. The owner-facing sign is simple: the hazard switch back lighting is not illuminated when it should be.
Who's affected?
Covers Vnl (4) trucks across the 2023-2026 model years, with the same control unit tied to interior lighting and the hazard light switch.
| 2025 Volvo Vnl (4) | Interior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2025 Volvo Vnl (4) | Switch |
| 2024 Volvo Vnl (4) | Interior lighting |
| 2024 Volvo Vnl (4) | Switch |
| 2023 Volvo Vnl (4) | Interior lighting |
| 2023 Volvo Vnl (4) | Switch |
| 2026 Volvo Vnl (4) | Interior lighting |
| 2026 Volvo Vnl (4) | Switch |
| Units affected | 5,257 |
| 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?
If the hazard switch is not lit, a driver can lose time finding it when stopped or in an emergency, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. There is no warning sign tied to this non-compliance. Schedule the software update soon. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the free VMCU software update that restores hazard-switch backlighting.
- Bring the recall notice if Volvo mailed one, or reference recall number 25V214 when you call.
- Use extra care locating the hazard switch until the repair is complete, especially in low light.
- Call Volvo customer service at 800-528-6586 with questions about scheduling or the software update.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician updates the vehicle master control unit software that controls the affected hazard switch back lighting behavior. The software update and labor are free under the recall. If you've already paid out of pocket for a related VMCU or hazard switch back lighting repair, Volvo's standard reimbursement plan covers documented expenses tied to this recall. Bring repair paperwork and proof of payment to the service desk so Volvo can review the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 8, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 11, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| April 11, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 25, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| June 1, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| June 1, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V214?
Recall 25V214 covers 5,257 2023-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) trucks with hazard switch back lighting that can stop working. If the hazard switch is not illuminated, it can be hard to locate when needed, increasing crash or injury risk. Volvo dealers will update the vehicle master control unit software for free.
What should I do if my 2023-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 25V214. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule the vehicle master control unit software update. Reference recall number 25V214 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects and compliance defects at no cost, and Volvo says dealers will update the vehicle master control unit software free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Volvo dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the hazard switch back lighting can become inoperative. If the switch is not illuminated, a driver can have trouble finding it when the hazard lights are needed, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
When were owner letters mailed for recall 25V214?
Volvo mailed owner notification letters on April 25, 2025. If you did not receive a letter, check your VIN anyway. A used truck, changed address, or missed mailing does not remove the free repair if your VIN is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V214000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 800-528-6586 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V214 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V214000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →