2026 Volvo Vnr (4) Lighting Control Module Software Recall (25V804)
Volvo Trucks North America · 4,887 vehicles · Reported November 20, 2025
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 4,887 2024-2026 Volvo Vnl (4); 2026 Volvo Vnr (4) vehicles. The automatic high beams (AHB) may not switch to low beam headlights as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." High beam headlights that do not switch to low beam as intended can reduce visibility for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
Recall 25V804 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 25V804000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | RVXX2511 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | November 20, 2025 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Vehicles | 2024-2026 Volvo Vnl (4); 2026 Volvo Vnr (4) |
| Units affected | 4,887 |
| Component | Exterior Lighting > Lighting Control Module > Software |
| Safety risk | High beam headlights that do not switch to low beam as intended can reduce visibility for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Over-the-air software update |
What is wrong with the 2026 Volvo Vnr (4) in recall 25V804?
The automatic high beams (AHB) may not switch to low beam headlights as intended.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2026 VNR (4) and 2024-2026 VNL (4) vehicles. The automatic high beams (AHB) may not switch to low beam headlights as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Is it safe to drive a 2026 Vnr (4) with recall 25V804?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: High beam headlights that do not switch to low beam as intended can reduce visibility for oncoming traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: High beam headlights that do not switch to low beam as intended can reduce visibility for oncoming traffic, 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 software.
Which vehicles are included in recall 25V804?
Recall 25V804 covers 4,887 vehicles: 2024-2026 Volvo Vnl (4); 2026 Volvo Vnr (4).
NHTSA lists 4,887 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2026 | Volvo | Vnl (4) |
| 2026 | Volvo | Vnr (4) |
What is the fix for the Vnr (4) lighting control module software recall?
Yes. The fix is an over-the-air software update.
As an interim action, Volvo Trucks will update the vehicle software through an over-the-air (OTA) update to disable the AHB feature, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 1, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2511. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 19, 2025.
When was recall 25V804 announced?
Volvo Trucks North America reported recall 25V804 to NHTSA on November 20, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| October 2, 2023 | First affected vehicle built (per Volvo Trucks North America's filing). |
| November 20, 2025 | Volvo Trucks North America filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 25V804000. |
| June 1, 2026 | Letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 10 months ago. If your Vnr (4) was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Vnr (4) is part of recall 25V804?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 25V804 is open on your Vnr (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 2026 Vnr (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 Vnr (4) owners do about recall 25V804?
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 25V804000 applies to your Vnr (4).
- 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 software 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 Vnr (4) owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 1 of them about the lighting and visibility.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the lighting and visibility have been filed since recall 25V804 was reported (1) 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 1 of them involve the lighting and visibility. 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 lighting and visibility
- 2025 Volvo Vnl (4): 2 complaints in total, 0 about the lighting and visibility
- 2024 Volvo Vnl (4): 0 complaints in total, 0 about the lighting and visibility
- 2026 Volvo Vnr (4): 0 complaints in total, 0 about the lighting and visibility
Can recall 25V804 make my Vnr (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)).
Lighting and visibility defects, such as headlights that fail, wipers that stop or mirrors that do not work, reduce your ability to see and be seen. They are often electrical, and they often come back.
Because the remedy is an over-the-air update, there may be no repair order unless you take the 2026 Volvo Vnr (4) in. If the symptom continues after the update, get it documented at the dealer so it counts.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
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 25V804
Is the 25V804000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Vnr (4) is part of recall 25V804000?
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 25V804000 (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.