Volvo Trucks and Daimler Truck North America have recently issued safety recall notices on Transport Canada’s website, affecting specific units in their respective fleets.
These recalls aim to address defects that could compromise safety or regulatory compliance. Below is a summary of the affected models and the specific issues that led to the recalls.
VOLVO VN 2025
Transport Canada Recall # 2025-214
Manufacturer Recall Number RVXX2504
Issue:
On certain trucks, the turbo idler gear bracket fasteners may not have been tightened properly. As a result, the turbo could fail and cause the engine to stall. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels.
Safety Risk:
A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Volvo will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the turbo.
VOLVO VN 2023, 2024, 2025
Transport Canada Recall # 2025-175
Manufacturer Recall Number RVXX2503
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the backlight for the hazard light switch not to work, or to turn off while driving. As a result, you may not be able to see the switch in low light conditions.
Safety Risk:
A hazard light switch that is difficult to see could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Volvo Trucks will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to update the vehicle master control unit software.
FREIGHTLINER BUSINESS CLASS M2 2024, FREIGHTLINER CASCADIA 2024, 2025, 2026
Transport Canada Recall # 2025-040
Manufacturer Recall Number F1017
Issue:
On certain electric trucks, the electric vehicle power distribution module (EVDM) may not have been assembled properly. As a result, the connector could separate from the module. If this happens, there could be a loss of power to the wheels. Additionally, certain driver assist functions may not work.
Note: This recall only affects certain eCascadia and eM2 models.
Safety Risk:
A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a DTNA authorized service facility to inspect and, if necessary, reinforce or replace the electric vehicle power distribution module.
