2024 Volvo Vnr Hubcap and Cover Recall (23V173)
Volvo Trucks North America · 1,007 vehicles · Reported March 16, 2023
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 1,007 2024 Volvo Vhd; 2024 Volvo Vnl; 2024 Volvo Vnr vehicles. The hub covers do not properly fit on the hub and can detach from the vehicle. A detached hub cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V173 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V173000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | RVXX2302 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | March 16, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Vehicles | 2024 Volvo Vhd; 2024 Volvo Vnl; 2024 Volvo Vnr |
| Units affected | 1,007 |
| Component | Wheels > Hubcap / Cover |
| Safety risk | A detached hub cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024 Volvo Vnr in recall 23V173?
The hub covers do not properly fit on the hub and can detach from the vehicle.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024 VNR, VNL, and VHD vehicles. The hub covers do not properly fit on the hub and can detach from the vehicle.
Is it safe to drive a 2024 Vnr with recall 23V173?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A detached hub cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A detached hub cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the hubcap and cover.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V173?
Recall 23V173 covers 1,007 vehicles: 2024 Volvo Vhd; 2024 Volvo Vnl; 2024 Volvo Vnr.
NHTSA lists 1,007 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Volvo | Vhd |
| 2024 | Volvo | Vnl |
| 2024 | Volvo | Vnr |
What is the fix for the Vnr hubcap and cover recall?
Yes. Dealers will remove the hub covers, free of charge.
Dealers will remove the hub covers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2302.
When was recall 23V173 announced?
Volvo Trucks North America reported recall 23V173 to NHTSA on March 16, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as March 31, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| March 16, 2023 | Volvo Trucks North America filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V173000. |
| March 31, 2023 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 43 months ago. If your Vnr was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Vnr is part of recall 23V173?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V173 is open on your Vnr, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2024 Vnr vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should Vnr owners do about recall 23V173?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V173000 applies to your Vnr.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Volvo dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
- Write down when symptoms involving the hubcap and cover happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Vnr owners reporting to NHTSA?
Too few NHTSA complaints about the suspension, wheels and tires have been filed since recall 23V173 was reported (0) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database does not list owner complaints for these vehicles yet. That is common for new models and for recalls a manufacturer finds through its own testing.
Can recall 23V173 make my Vnr a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 23V173000 does not automatically make your Vnr a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
Suspension, wheel and tire defects can affect handling and control. Clunks, pulling and vibration that return after a repair point to a defect that has not been fixed.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2024 Volvo Vnr has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Vnr went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V173
Is the 23V173000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed March 31, 2023.
How do I know if my Vnr is part of recall 23V173000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V173000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Volvo. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.