Brake caliper bolts may be improperly tightened
Defect Summary
Volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 vah, vnl, and vnm trucks manufactured march 4, 2013, to april 28, 2014. due to the bolts holding the disc brake caliper to the backing plate not being tightened to the specified torque, the disc brake caliper may detach from the backing plate.
Safety Consequence
If the disc brake caliper detaches from the backing plate it can affect the brakes to that particular wheel causing the vehicle to "pull" to the left or right, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts to specification, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began october 10, 2014. owners may contact volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. volvo's number for this recall is rvxx1403.
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FAQ: Recall 14V555000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V555000?
NHTSA recall 14V555000 was issued by Volvo Trucks North America on September 11, 2014. It addresses: Brake caliper bolts may be improperly tightened. The recall affects approximately 3,175 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Volvo Trucks North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V555000 or the manufacturer campaign number RVXX1403. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.