Recall 26V260 covers 2,800 2025-2027 Volvo Vnr (4) and Vnl (4) trucks for rear ABS connector shorts. Free dealer repair once available.
Volvo is recalling 2,800 2025-2027 Vnr (4) and Vnl (4) trucks because rear brake modulator electrical connectors lack protection and can short circuit. That failure can disable anti-lock braking and electronic stability control, increasing the risk of a crash or injury; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
On the 2025-2027 Volvo Vnr (4) and Vnl (4), the rear brake modulator is part of the air brake control system. It meters brake pressure at the rear axle and works with ABS and ESC to help prevent wheel lockup and help the truck stay stable during braking.
On affected trucks, an electrical connector on the rear brake modulator is not properly protected during vehicle operation. That exposed connector can short circuit. When it does, the truck can lose ABS and ESC functions, leaving the base air brakes in place but removing those electronic controls.
Volvo says no warnings exist for this condition. There is no warning sign before failure, so an owner is not expected to notice a separate symptom before the ABS or ESC fault is logged.
Who's affected?
Covers both Vnr (4) and Vnl (4) trucks across the 2025, 2026, and 2027 model years, all tied to the same anti-lock brake system (ABS) modulator.
| 2026 Volvo Vnr (4) | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
|---|---|
| 2025 Volvo Vnl (4) | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2027 Volvo Vnr (4) | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2027 Volvo Vnl (4) | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| 2026 Volvo Vnl (4) | anti-lock brake system (ABS) |
| Units affected | 2,800 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 43 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?
Losing anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control reduces the truck's help during hard braking or loss-of-traction events, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. There is no warning sign before the condition, so confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule service once the repair opens. Repair will be free at any franchised Volvo dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2025-2027 Volvo Vnr (4) or Vnl (4) is included in this recall.
- Wait for Volvo's owner letter, expected June 22, 2026, before scheduling the dealer repair.
- Contact a franchised Volvo dealer once the repair opens to schedule the free rear brake modulator connector inspection, protective-cover installation, and modulator replacement that addresses the ABS and ESC loss.
- Reference recall number 26V260 and Volvo recall RVXX2605 when you call the dealer or Volvo customer service.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking when traffic allows.
What happens at the repair
Once the repair opens, a Volvo technician will inspect the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, install a protective cover, and replace the rear brake modulators when needed. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Volvo used its standard reimbursement plan for this campaign. If you already paid for a repair tied to these rear brake modulator connectors, keep your receipts and prior repair paperwork, then ask Volvo customer service or the dealer how to submit the documentation.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| April 23, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 30, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| April 30, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 30, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V260?
Recall 26V260 covers 2,800 2025-2027 Volvo Vnr (4) and Vnl (4) vehicles identified for rear brake modulator connector inspection. Unprotected electrical connectors can short circuit, causing loss of ABS and electronic stability control. Volvo dealers will install protective covers and replace rear brake modulators as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2025-2027 Volvo Vnr (4) or Vnl (4) is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 26V260. If it is, contact a franchised Volvo dealer to schedule inspection of the rear brake modulator electrical connectors. Reference recall number 26V260 or Volvo recall RVXX2605 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Volvo dealers will inspect the rear brake modulator electrical connectors, install protective covers, and replace rear brake modulators as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of anti-lock braking and electronic stability control from a short circuit at the rear brake modulator electrical connectors. That loss increases crash or injury risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free Volvo dealer repair and ask the dealer how to handle the vehicle before your appointment.
When will Volvo notify owners about recall 26V260?
Volvo expects to mail owner notification letters on June 22, 2026. VINs became searchable for this recall on April 30, 2026. You do not need to wait for the letter to check your VIN or call a Volvo dealer with recall number 26V260.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V260000 |
|---|---|
| Volvo customer service | 800-528-6586 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V260 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V260000 |
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 →