VOLVO 2012 VOLVO VNM Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2012 VOLVO VNM
Brand
VOLVO
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2012
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain 2012 VOLVO VNM vehicles due to engine and engine cooling:engine issues. If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be an increased risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 VNM trucks manufactured March 21, 2011, to April 30, 2015. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine oil to come into contact with hot surfaces.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will secure the ends of the 90-degree elbow. In addition, the electronic control module (ECM) will be reprogrammed with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1502.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026