2024-2027 Volvo Vnl (4) Parking Brake Recall (26V076)
Volvo Trucks North America · 800 vehicles · Reported February 10, 2026
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 800 2024-2027 Volvo Vnl (4) vehicles. If the vehicle is in weight bias mode there may not be enough weight on the parking brake axle, which could result in inadequate parking brake force. Inadequate parking brake force can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 26V076 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 26V076000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | RVXX2601 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | February 10, 2026 |
| Manufacturer | Volvo Trucks North America |
| Vehicles | 2024-2027 Volvo Vnl (4) |
| Units affected | 800 |
| Build dates | October 2, 2023 to February 4, 2026 |
| Component | Parking Brake |
| Safety risk | Inadequate parking brake force can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2024-2027 Volvo Vnl (4) in recall 26V076?
If the vehicle is in weight bias mode there may not be enough weight on the parking brake axle, which could result in inadequate parking brake force.
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2024-2027 VNL (4) vehicles that do not include auxiliary parking brakes. If the vehicle is in weight bias mode there may not be enough weight on the parking brake axle, which could result in inadequate parking brake force.
Is it safe to drive a 2024-2027 Vnl (4) with recall 26V076?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Inadequate parking brake force can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Inadequate parking brake force can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Vnl (4) shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the parking brake, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 26V076?
Recall 26V076 covers 800 vehicles: 2024-2027 Volvo Vnl (4).
NHTSA lists 800 vehicles in this campaign, built October 2, 2023 to February 4, 2026. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-2027 | Volvo | Vnl (4) |
What is the fix for the Vnl (4) parking brake recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the brake chambers, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the brake chambers, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 29, 2026. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2601. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning Feb 17, 2026.
When was recall 26V076 announced?
Volvo Trucks North America reported recall 26V076 to NHTSA on February 10, 2026.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| October 2, 2023 | First affected vehicle built (per Volvo Trucks North America's filing). |
| February 4, 2026 | Last affected vehicle built. |
| February 10, 2026 | Volvo Trucks North America filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 26V076000. |
| May 29, 2026 | Letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 7 months ago, and vehicles were built over a span of 856 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 26V076?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 26V076 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 2024-2027 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 26V076?
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 26V076000 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.
- 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 parking brake 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 Vnl (4) owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 2 of them about the brakes.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the brakes have been filed since recall 26V076 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 2 of them involve the brakes. 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 brakes
- 2025 Volvo Vnl (4): 2 complaints in total, 1 about the brakes
- 2027 Volvo Vnl (4): 0 complaints in total, 0 about the brakes
- 2024 Volvo Vnl (4): 0 complaints in total, 0 about the brakes
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
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 am submitting this complaint to report a serious safety issue involving a Volvo VNL truck. The vehicle was purchased new on December 12, 2025 and currently has approximately 22,000 miles. Since shortly after purchase, the truck has experienced a defect in the braking system.
2026 Volvo Vnl (4) owner, OH, NHTSA complaint 11722395, filed March 6, 2026
Can recall 26V076 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.
Recall 26V076000 does not automatically make your Vnl (4) 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))?
If the 2024-2027 Volvo Vnl (4) brakes have needed more than one trip to the dealer, keep every repair order. Brake defects are treated as serious safety problems under California law.
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.
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.
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 26V076
Is the 26V076000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Vnl (4) is part of recall 26V076000?
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 26V076000 (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.