126,000 Volvo trucks recalled: See affected models

Volvo Trucks is issuing a recall on some 2020-2025 trucks due to errors with the vehicles’ electronic control units.
The recall, which was reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Oct. 23 and posted on Monday, states that 126,649 trucks may be affected.
The recall pertains to certain 2020-2025 VN, VAH, VHD and VNRE trucks, equipped with Bendix EC-80 Advanced Electronic Control Units. Electrical noises and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the unit to incorrectly process commands or stop working.
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To check if your truck is affected by the recent recall, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
In the recall search box, enter your license plate number, VIN number, of year, make and model of vehicle. A list of related recalls will then pop-up.
You can also call the Volvo Trucks customer service line at 1-800-528-6586. The recall number for this case is RVXX2409.
Owner notification letters are also expected to be mailed out by Dec. 13.
The Bendix EC-80 Advanced Electronic Control Unit is used to help improve the braking characteristics of heavy- and medium-duty trucks, according to Bendix.
Each vehicle has a VIN, or vehicle identification number. The 17-character number is typically located on the left of a vehicle’s windshield, on the driver’s side door or inside the vehicle where the driver’s side door closes.
If your truck is on the recall list, schedule an appointment with a nearby Volvo dealership. The dealer will reprogram the unit software for free.
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