Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V535000 Reported September 2, 2020

King pin missing or not tightened properly

Volvo Trucks North America · N/A · 12 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V535000
Manufacturer Campaign
RVXX 2003
Manufacturer
Volvo Trucks North America
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
12
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 2, 2020
Completion Rate
100.00

Defect Summary

Volvo trucks north america (volvo trucks) is recalling certain 2021 vnl, vhd, and vnr vehicles. the king pin nut may not have been installed or properly tightened during axle assembly.

Safety Consequence

If the king pin is missing or not tightened properly, the knuckle may separate from the axle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Volvo trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to make sure that the king pin nut is installed and that it properly tightened, free of charge. the recall began september 28, 2020. owners may contact volvo trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1522. volvo truck's number for this recall is rvxx 2003.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Volvo Trucks North America dealer and reference recall ID 20V535000 or campaign RVXX 2003.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V535000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V535000?

NHTSA recall 20V535000 was issued by Volvo Trucks North America on September 2, 2020. It addresses: King pin missing or not tightened properly. The recall affects approximately 12 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Volvo Trucks North America dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V535000 or the manufacturer campaign number RVXX 2003. 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.