Recall 25V520 affects 2,487 2025-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) trucks for oversteer guidance malfunction. Volvo disables it free via OTA update or franchised Volvo dealer.
Volvo is recalling 2,487 2025-2026 Vnl (4) trucks because the dynamic steering and oversteer guidance feature can malfunction and cause a loss of steering control. That loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash, and Volvo dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The steering system on the 2025-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) uses dynamic steering software to help the driver manage steering forces. A related feature, oversteer guidance, is controlled by Parameter P1HF9 and is meant to help correct the truck when the rear of the vehicle starts to rotate too far in a turn or loss-of-traction event.
On affected trucks, that oversteer guidance feature can correct for an oversteer input and then continue correcting in the opposite direction. That back-and-forth correction can create steering oscillations, meaning the truck keeps pushing steering input from side to side instead of settling. Volvo traced the defect to insufficient validation across all vehicle variations, so the repair turns off the oversteer guidance feature and removes the abrupt over-correction risk.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the feature malfunctions, the control issue requires driver intervention.
Who's affected?
Covers the same steering software parameter across the 2025 and 2026 model years.
| 2026 Volvo Vnl (4) | steering system |
|---|---|
| 2025 Volvo Vnl (4) | steering system |
| Units affected | 2,487 |
| 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 this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before this issue, so treat any steering change as a reason to slow down, stop in a safe place, and arrange service. Repair is free at any franchised Volvo dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer to confirm whether the free over-the-air update has disabled the oversteer guidance feature, or to schedule the dealer update that addresses the dynamic-steering malfunction and loss of steering control.
- Ask the dealer whether the update has already reached your truck before driving it in for service.
- Bring the recall notice if Volvo mailed one. If not, reference recall number 25V520 when you call.
- Call Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586 with questions and reference Volvo recall RVXX2506.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Volvo technician confirms the truck received the OTA update or disables the oversteer guidance feature directly. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are covered. Volvo uses its standard reimbursement plan for this recall. If you paid out of pocket for a related steering or software repair before the recall notice, contact Volvo Trucks customer service or bring documentation to the service desk so the prior repair can be reviewed under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 11, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 15, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| August 15, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 15, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 22, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 5, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V520?
Recall 25V520 covers 2,487 2025-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) trucks with a dynamic steering and oversteer guidance malfunction that can cause loss of steering control. Volvo will disable the oversteer guidance feature for free through an OTA update or dealer repair.
What should I do if my 2025-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 25V520. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer or Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586 and ask how the oversteer guidance feature will be disabled. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Volvo will disable the oversteer guidance feature free of charge, either through an over-the-air update or by a franchised Volvo dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of steering control. Volvo reports that the dynamic steering and oversteer guidance feature can malfunction, which increases crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free OTA update or dealer repair before putting off the fix.
When did Volvo mail owner letters for this recall?
Volvo mailed owner notification letters on August 22, 2025. If you bought the truck used or never received a letter, the VIN still decides whether recall 25V520 applies. Check your VIN and reference Volvo recall number RVXX2506 when you contact service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V520000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 1-800-528-6586 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V520 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V520000 |
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 Recall Acknowledgement (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 →