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Volvo Bus B13R and B8R recalled over a brake defect

Brakes

An issue has been found which may make the vehicle non-compliant . The concern we have noted relates to the instrument cluster warnings may not activate as intended in certain full emergency braking scenarios resulting in insufficient warning indications to the driver.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

2 identifiers listed for this notice.

  • B13R

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 18/10/2022 – 11/05/2026
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • M0406

  • B8R

    Build dates
    • 20/08/2024 – 11/03/2026
    Manufacturer reference
    • M0406

What to do now

This recall concerns brakes: stopping distances could increase or braking could fail.

  1. Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer.
  2. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.
  3. Keep the manufacturer’s recall letter if you receive one, and update your address on the V5C so future letters reach you.

Why it matters. Brake defects are among the most serious vehicle faults because they affect the ability to stop.

Repairs and costs

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.

If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2026/204). Quoted as issued.

Summary

An issue has been found which may make the vehicle non-compliant . The concern we have noted relates to the instrument cluster warnings may not activate as intended in certain full emergency braking scenarios resulting in insufficient warning indications to the driver.

Defect

An issue has been found which may make the vehicle non-compliant . The concern we have noted relates to the instrument cluster warnings may not activate as intended in certain full emergency braking scenarios resulting in insufficient warning indications to the driver.

Remedy

The vehicle will require the Vehicle Baseline Software to be updated to the latest level.

Models

B13R, B8R

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Questions

Why are Volvo Bus B13R and B8R being recalled?

This recall concerns brakes: stopping distances could increase or braking could fail. Brake defects are among the most serious vehicle faults because they affect the ability to stop.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Check whether your vehicle is affected using its registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer. Contact a franchised dealer to book the free repair.

Will the repair cost anything?

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

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