2025-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) Steering Recall (25V520)
Volvo Trucks North America · 2,487 vehicles · Reported August 11, 2025
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 2,487 2025-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) vehicles. The dynamic steering and oversteer guidance feature may malfunction and cause a loss of steering control. A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Recall 25V520 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V520000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | RVXX2506 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | August 11, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Vehicles | 2025-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) |
| Units affected | 2,487 |
| Build dates | January 6, 2025 to July 22, 2025 |
| Component | Steering |
| Safety risk | A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Over-the-air software update |
What is wrong with the 2025-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) in recall 25V520?
The dynamic steering and oversteer guidance feature may malfunction and cause a loss of steering control.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Volvo New VN trucks. The dynamic steering and oversteer guidance feature may malfunction and cause a loss of steering control.
Is it safe to drive a 2025-2026 Vnl (4) with recall 25V520?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: A loss of steering control increases 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 steering.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V520?
Recall 25V520 covers 2,487 vehicles: 2025-2026 Volvo Vnl (4).
NHTSA lists 2,487 vehicles in this campaign, built January 6, 2025 to July 22, 2025. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-2026 | Volvo | Vnl (4) |
What is the fix for the Vnl (4) steering recall?
Yes. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
The oversteer guidance feature will be disabled through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2506.
When was recall 25V520 announced?
Volvo Trucks North America reported recall 25V520 to NHTSA on August 11, 2025. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as August 22, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| January 6, 2025 | First affected vehicle built (per Volvo Trucks North America's filing). |
| July 22, 2025 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| August 11, 2025 | Volvo Trucks North America filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V520000. |
| August 22, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 13 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 197 days. If your Vnl (4) was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Vnl (4) is part of recall 25V520?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V520 is open on your Vnl (4), 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 2025-2026 Vnl (4) 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 Vnl (4) owners do about recall 25V520?
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 25V520000 applies to your Vnl (4).
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Volvo dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- 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 steering 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 problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Vnl (4) owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 3 of them about the steering.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the steering have been filed since recall 25V520 was reported (2) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 6 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 3 of them involve the steering. 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.
- 2026 Volvo Vnl (4): 4 complaints in total, 1 about the steering
- 2025 Volvo Vnl (4): 2 complaints in total, 2 about the steering
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
The contact owns a 2025 Volvo New VN. The contact stated that the electrical outlets were inoperable. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering and brake line functionality, and the alignment was off. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated.
2025 Volvo Vnl (4) owner, CO, NHTSA complaint 11653646, filed April 9, 2025
i bought a brand new truck in march 19 2025. it was a Volvo vnl 860 tractor. The incident happened on June, 7, 2025. i was driving on i81 northbound near exit 228 Verona city, Augusta County.
2025 Volvo Vnl (4) owner, VA, NHTSA complaint 11687184, filed September 14, 2025
Can recall 25V520 make my Vnl (4) 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.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Steering defects go straight to safety. Under California's lemon law, a defect likely to cause death or serious injury can create a presumption after just two repair attempts, if the manufacturer was also notified directly.
Because the remedy is an over-the-air update, there may be no repair order unless you take the 2025-2026 Volvo Vnl (4) in. If the symptom continues after the update, get it documented at the dealer so it counts.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Vnl (4) 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.
A software update can count as a repair attempt, especially if you complained about the problem or the update keeps being repeated. I've seen dealers do the same software update five or six times with no 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 25V520
Is the 25V520000 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 August 22, 2025.
How do I know if my Vnl (4) is part of recall 25V520000?
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 25V520000 (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.