Recall
Volvo Vnre (electric) — 23V512000
NHTSA ID
23V512000
Make
Volvo
Model
Vnre (electric)
Years Affected
2024
Recall Date
2023-07-24
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
Units Affected
172
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
RVXX2308
Summary
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2024 VNR Electric vehicles. The rivnut threaded inserts inside the high-voltage battery may be over-tightened and break, which could result in a short circuit.
Consequence
An electrical short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the batteries, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 15, 2023. Owners will receive a second notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2308.