2022-2024 Volvo VN Throttle Position Sensor Recall (24V741)
Volvo Trucks North America · 2,098 vehicles · Reported October 3, 2024
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 2,098 2022-2024 Volvo VN vehicles. When the Controller Area Network (CAN) communications are interrupted and the vehicle is in limp mode, an incorrect accelerator pedal signal can result in unintended acceleration. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 124, "Accelerator Control Systems." Sudden unintended acceleration can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V741 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V741000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | RVXX2408 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | October 3, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Vehicles | 2022-2024 Volvo VN |
| Units affected | 2,098 |
| Build dates | January 4, 2021 to January 16, 2024 |
| Component | Vehicle Speed Control > Throttle > Throttle Position Sensor (Tps) |
| Safety risk | Sudden unintended acceleration can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2022-2024 Volvo VN in recall 24V741?
When the Controller Area Network (CAN) communications are interrupted and the vehicle is in limp mode, an incorrect accelerator pedal signal can result in unintended acceleration.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Volvo VN vehicles. When the Controller Area Network (CAN) communications are interrupted and the vehicle is in limp mode, an incorrect accelerator pedal signal can result in unintended acceleration. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 124, "Accelerator Control Systems."
Is it safe to drive a 2022-2024 VN with recall 24V741?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Sudden unintended acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Sudden unintended acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your VN shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the throttle position sensor, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V741?
Recall 24V741 covers 2,098 vehicles: 2022-2024 Volvo VN.
NHTSA lists 2,098 vehicles in this campaign, built January 4, 2021 to January 16, 2024. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-2024 | Volvo | VN |
What is the fix for the VN throttle position sensor recall?
Yes. Dealers will update the electronic control unit (ECU) software, free of charge.
Dealers will update the electronic control unit (ECU) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 26, 2024. Owners may contact Volvo Customer Service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2408.
When was recall 24V741 announced?
Volvo Trucks North America reported recall 24V741 to NHTSA on October 3, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as November 26, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| January 4, 2021 | First affected vehicle built (per Volvo Trucks North America's filing). |
| January 16, 2024 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| October 3, 2024 | Volvo Trucks North America filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V741000. |
| November 26, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 24 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 1107 days. If your VN was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my VN is part of recall 24V741?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V741 is open on your VN, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 24V741000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should VN owners do about recall 24V741?
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 24V741000 applies to your VN.
- Call a Volvo dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any throttle position sensor symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are VN owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 0 of them about the driver assistance.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the driver assistance have been filed since recall 24V741 was reported (0) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 1 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 0 of them involve the driver assistance. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2024 Volvo VN: 1 complaints in total, 0 about the driver assistance
- 2022 Volvo VN: 0 complaints in total, 0 about the driver assistance
- 2023 Volvo VN: 0 complaints in total, 0 about the driver assistance
Can recall 24V741 make my VN 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 24V741000 does not automatically make your VN 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))?
Driver assistance systems such as automatic emergency braking, lane keeping and adaptive cruise rely on software and sensors. Phantom braking or a system that shuts off can be dangerous, and these complaints often return after an update.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have 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 24V741
Is the 24V741000 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 November 26, 2024.
How do I know if my VN is part of recall 24V741000?
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 24V741000 (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.