1998 VOLVO VNL
5 recalls, 8 complaints - 87 TSBs
03V199000 May 28, 2003
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH TRUCK HUB UNITS MANUFACTURED BY SKF EXCLUSIVELY FOR USE ON ARVINMERITOR'S FF98X SERIES NON-DRIVE STEER AXLES, THE HUB UNIT BEARINGS CAN WEAR PREMATURELY.
Consequence
SEIZURE OF THE BEARINGS CAN CAUSE WHEEL SEPARATION OR WHEEL END FIRE.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FRONT AXLE HUBS. AN INTERIM NOTICE TO OWNERS WAS MAILED ON JUNE 25, 2003. FINAL OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON OCTOBER 6, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME ... Read more
02V238000 Sep 9, 2002
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 TRUCKS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THE TWO TAIL LAMPS, BACK-UP LAMP,AND LICENSE TAG LAMP WERE MOUNTED ON INSUFFICIENTLY RIGID MOUNTS.
Consequence
IT MAY NOT ALLOW THE DRIVER OF A REARWARD APPROACHING VEHICLE TO HAVE FULL VIEW OF THE LAMPS.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL ATTACH THE TWO TAIL LAMPS, BACK-UP LAMP, AND THE LICENSE TAP LAMP ON STIFFER BRACKETS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 31, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD ... Read more
02V110000 Apr 11, 2002
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Defect Description
CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS", S5.1.6.3, "ANTILOCK POWER FOR TOWED VEHICLES." ELECTRICAL POWER FOR THE TRAILER ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) CAN BE DISRUPTED WHEN A SWITCH LOCATED ON THE VEHICLE INSTRUMENT... Read more
Consequence
IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS, THE DRIVER CAN LOSE OF THE TOWED VEHICLE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A WIRING HARNESS WHICH WILL PROVIDE CONTINUOUS ELECTRICAL POWER TO THE TRAILER ABS WHENEVER THE IGNITION SWITCH IS IN THE ON OR RUN POSITION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 29, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO... Read more
00V232003 Aug 22, 2000
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS BUILT WITH BENDIX AIR ABS WITH AN EC-17 1030R ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU), THERE HAVE BEEN REPORTS OF UNWANTED ABS ACTIVATION AT LOW SPEEDS CAUSED BY 1) CHAFED ABS WHEEL SPEED SENSOR WIRES ON ROTATING PARTS OR 2) A DAMAGED COMPONENT AT THE WHEEL END THAT GE... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE ABS ECU TO EXHAUST THE AIR AT THE AIR BRAKE MODULATORS FOR ONE OR MORE OF THE WHEELS. THIS COULD RESULT IN EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCES AND A POSSIBLE CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ABS ECU.
99V296001 Oct 26, 1999
TIRES:BEAD
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL GENERAL S380A 295/75R22.5 LR G TIRES, SERIAL NOS. A3371E5488 THROUGH A3371E5089. THESE TIRES HAVE BEEN OVERCURED.
Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE TIRE FAILURE.
Remedy
CONTINENTAL GENERAL IS CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. DEALERS WILL EXCHANGE THE TIRE FOR AN IDENTICAL OR REASONABLY EQUIVALENT TIRE.
Complaint Statistics
8 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB | 6 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION | 1 |
STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Sep 27, 2010
Incident date: Sep 10, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 VOLVO VNL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED AN UNKNOWN MANUFACTURERS RECALL NOTICE CONCERNING THE STEERING DRAG LINK SEPTEMBER 2010. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND THEY ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THEY WOULD NOT ASSIST WITH REPAIRS DUE TO AGE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPA... Read more
SUSPENSION
Mar 4, 2002
Incident date: Jan 1, 2002
FRONT END VIBRATES AT ANY SPEED. CAUSE IS UNKNOWN, ALSO IT WEARS ON THE TIRES BY DIPPING ON THE SIDES. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER AND DEALER CAN'T DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Mar 16, 2001
Incident date: Nov 24, 1999
PREMATURE WEAR FROM STEER TIRES RESULTING FROM IMPROPER COMBINATION OF RACE/BEARINGS IN MERITOR AXLES. LOST WHEEL ASSEMBLY. *MJS
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Mar 16, 2001
Incident date: Nov 12, 1999
PREMATURE WEAR FROM STEER TIRES RESULTING FROM IMPROPER COMBINATION OF RACE/BEARINGS IN MERITOR AXLES. *MJS
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Mar 16, 2001
Incident date: May 13, 1999
PREMATURE WEAR FROM STEER TIRES RESULTING FROM IMPROPER COMBINATION OF RACE/BEARINGS IN MERITOR AXLES. *MJS
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Mar 16, 2001
Incident date: May 22, 1999
PREMATURE WEAR FROM STEER TIRES RESULTING FROM IMPROPER COMBINATION OF RACE/BEARINGS IN MERITOR AXLES. *MJS
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Mar 16, 2001
Incident date: Dec 10, 1999
PREMATURE WEAR FROM STEER TIRES RESULTING FROM IMPROPER COMBINATION OF RACE/BEARINGS IN MERITOR AXLES. *MJS
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Mar 16, 2001
Incident date: Oct 16, 1999
PREMATURE WEAR FROM STEER TIRES RESULTING FROM IMPROPER COMBINATION OF RACE/BEARINGS IN MERITOR AXLES. *MJS
Technical Service Bulletins, 1998 VOLVO VNL
87 manufacturer communications from 57 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 10 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 9 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 4 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 3 |
KC-405
Jun 21, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Warranty Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT, I-Shift, mDrive ) Control Housing Assembly; Guidelines For Filing A Claim For Chassis Return Visit With Transmission Issues After A Repair Requiring Control Housing Removal And Reinstallation -
KC-2143
Jun 21, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)
KC-2112
Jun 21, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
KC-2112
Jun 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
KC-2143
Jun 21, 2022
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)
KC-2119
Jun 21, 2022
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
DTC U012100 - Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module, No Additional Information
KC-2028
Jun 17, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
AMT Control Housing Bench Testing - False Failures
KC-2174
Jun 15, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria
KC-2174
Jun 15, 2022
010000 STEERING
Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria
KC-435
Jun 7, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo Chassis - Equipped with An Automated Manual Transmission (AMT, iShift) - SNV 19-002 - AMT Oil Filter Housing Corrosion
KC-732
Jun 6, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Unable To Retrieve "On Request" Messages For PeopleNet Or Omnitracs Modules Installed On The DL5 Data Link; Third Party Electronic Log Device Not Reporting Certain Data
KC-732
Jun 6, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Unable To Retrieve "On Request" Messages For PeopleNet Or Omnitracs Modules Installed On The DL5 Data Link; Third Party Electronic Log Device Not Reporting Certain Data
KC-2107
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer
KC-2165
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-2171
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Temperature Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer
KC-2116
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-726
May 31, 2022
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster
KC-726
May 31, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster
KC-2107
May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer
KC-639
May 17, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Volvo SNV15-008 Vocom Adapter ( 88890300 ) May Lock Up When Updating Firmware
KC-660
May 17, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo Chassis - PTO Pump Speed Calculator
KC-660
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Chassis - PTO Pump Speed Calculator
KC-650
May 17, 2022
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Volvo Chassis - Fuel Level Gauge Slow To Respond To Changes In Fuel Level
KC-650
May 17, 2022
117210 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT
Volvo Chassis - Fuel Level Gauge Slow To Respond To Changes In Fuel Level
KC-649
May 17, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volvo SNV14-035 When And How To Contact Tech Support ( eService & Phone )
KC-649
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo SNV14-035 When And How To Contact Tech Support ( eService & Phone )
KC-647
May 17, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding
KC-647
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding
KC-642
May 17, 2022
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Volvo Chassis - Bendix ABS6 TO ABS8 Service Information
KC-642
May 17, 2022
061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Volvo Chassis - Bendix ABS6 TO ABS8 Service Information
KC-640
May 17, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volvo Chassis - Dealer Support Communication - Selecting The Proper SR Area For Creating An eService
KC-640
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Chassis - Dealer Support Communication - Selecting The Proper SR Area For Creating An eService
KC-639
May 17, 2022
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Volvo SNV15-008 Vocom Adapter ( 88890300 ) May Lock Up When Updating Firmware
KC-639
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo SNV15-008 Vocom Adapter ( 88890300 ) May Lock Up When Updating Firmware
KC-636
May 16, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Fault Code MID 144 PSID 204 FMI 9
KC-636
May 16, 2022
119211 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE
Volvo Fault Code MID 144 PSID 204 FMI 9
KC-66
Apr 27, 2022
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Volvo Chassis - LED Headlights Conversion Programming Procedure - Model VNL
KC-66
Apr 27, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Volvo Chassis - LED Headlights Conversion Programming Procedure - Model VNL
KC-784
Mar 23, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
KC-784
Mar 23, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
356EN01
Feb 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
Service Manager
Feb 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
Service Manager
Feb 3, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
KC-392
Jan 19, 2022
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Volvo Chassis - Driveline (Driveshaft, Propeller Shaft) Ride Height And Angle, Measurement And Calculation; Pinion Angle Measurement - Model Year 1996 And Newer
KC-392
Jan 19, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo Chassis - Driveline (Driveshaft, Propeller Shaft) Ride Height And Angle, Measurement And Calculation; Pinion Angle Measurement - Model Year 1996 And Newer
KC-271
Jul 29, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
"Intermittent Occurrences Of Very Brief Loss Of Power, Engine Stumble Or Hiccup Lasting Much Less Than A Second, Most Frequently Between 1500 And 1700 RPM, No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC ) Generated - All Common Rail Fuel System Chassis"
KC-2086
May 25, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volvo Chassis - Model VN - Updated Chassis Fairing DEF Door Magnet/Plate
KC-2086
May 25, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Volvo Chassis - Model VN - Updated Chassis Fairing DEF Door Magnet/Plate
K41105570
Feb 14, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instrument Cluster Programming - Programming Fails Or Errors Display When Replacing An Instrument Cluster With A Newer Part Number (Conversion Kit) - US04 To US10 Chassis (9-Pin Diagnostic Connector)
K44250068
Feb 6, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Volvo Chassis - SNV 14-026 P111C Compressor Discharge Temperature Sensor
K21533201
Nov 18, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volvo Chassis - Discharge Recirculation Valve (DRV) - FSB 258-029 , Engine Turbocharger Compressor Bypass Valve Deletion Kit , Installation
K68033394
Nov 6, 2019
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Volvo Chassis - Volvo Fusion 2 Collision Warning System Information
K17408563
Nov 1, 2019
130000 VISIBILITY
Volvo Chassis - Rain Sensor Bracket Removal And Installation Procedure when Using An Aftermarket Windshield
K15812145
Oct 9, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volvo Chassis - SNV 15-016 Documented Process For Engine Oil Consumption - All Emissions, All Model Years
K37146742
Jul 2, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
US07 / US10 D13 Turbocharger Gasket
K62132009
Jun 18, 2019
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Volvo Chassis - SNV16-007 Telematics Gateway ( TGW ) Goes Offline Due To VIN Mismatch When Test Engine ECU Is Installed
K62132009
Jun 18, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Volvo Chassis - SNV16-007 Telematics Gateway ( TGW ) Goes Offline Due To VIN Mismatch When Test Engine ECU Is Installed
K86900043
Jun 13, 2019
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System - Fault Codes SPN 412 FMI 0,2,5; Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) P040A, P040B, P1121 - Temperature Sensor Inspection
K14701433
Feb 26, 2018
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P009E - 73 - Fuel Pressure Relief Control Performance / Stuck Off - GHG17 ( US17 ) Chassis With Common Rail Fuel System, Updated to reflect GHG17 software release
K24483157
Feb 22, 2018
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC ) P208E And P103B Logging With Possible Derate ( SCR Inducement ) - OBD15, US14+OBD16 Emissions And Newer Rewrote test procedure for better clarity.
K24400052
Feb 20, 2018
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An Automated Manual Transmission (AMT, I-Shift ) - Error Code 126 Displayed In Premium Tech Tool (PTT ) While Performing The Calibration Procedure After The Shift Control Housing Has Been Removed And Installed,
K24400052
Feb 20, 2018
013000 STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An Automated Manual Transmission (AMT, I-Shift ) - Error Code 126 Displayed In Premium Tech Tool (PTT ) While Performing The Calibration Procedure After The Shift Control Housing Has Been Removed And Installed,
K97651904
Feb 12, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P2459 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ); Possible Frequent Regeneration Requests - OBD15 And US14+OBD16 (Non-Common Rail) Chassis, Changed repair instructions to reflect OBD16 so
K97651904
Feb 12, 2018
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P2459 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ); Possible Frequent Regeneration Requests - OBD15 And US14+OBD16 (Non-Common Rail) Chassis, Changed repair instructions to reflect OBD16 so
K52326370
Feb 6, 2018
073100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Volvo Chassis - Diesel Exhaust Fluid ( DEF ) Contamination In Fuel System, Inspection And Repair - US10 to US14 ( Non-Common Rail Fuel System ) Removed information for common rail chassis - now has its own solution.
K14701433
Jan 30, 2018
073100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P009E - 73 - Fuel Pressure Relief Control Performance / Stuck Off - GHG17 ( US17 ) Chassis With Common Rail Fuel SystemChanged repair instructions to reflect new procedures
K14637412
Jan 18, 2018
073100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0194 - 00 - Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor ( RPS ), Circuit Erratic, Intermittent - US17 ( GHG17 ) Emissions And Newer ( Common Rail Fuel System ); Common Model Years 2017 And 2018Changed repair instructions to r
K97651904
Jan 12, 2018
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P2459 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ); Possible Frequent Regeneration Requests - OBD15 And Newer ChassisUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above)
K82320750
Jan 12, 2018
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT - F ) ( I-Shift) Clutch Valve Unit ( CVU ) Makes Intermittent Buzzing Noise With The Key On And Engine OffChanged repair information to reflect new software available.
K05680314
Jan 12, 2018
271000 LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With Volvo Active Driver Assist ( VADA ), With Or Without Lane Departure Warning ( LDWS ) - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) SPN 516103 FMI 19, Bendix Code 167 With Possible "Lane Departure Warning Malfunction" Messa
K05680314
Jan 12, 2018
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With Volvo Active Driver Assist ( VADA ), With Or Without Lane Departure Warning ( LDWS ) - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) SPN 516103 FMI 19, Bendix Code 167 With Possible "Lane Departure Warning Malfunction" Messa
K15164821
Jan 10, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P2002, Diagnostic Information - OBD13 And NewerUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above)
K03179378
Jan 10, 2018
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Service Only Regen Requested With No Warning. Active Fault Codes P24A4 / P10FE - OBD15 And OBD16 Chassis; Does Not Apply To US17 (Common Rail Fuel System) ChassisUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above)
K27690302
Jan 10, 2018
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P226C Intermittently Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - OBD15 And OBD16 Conventional ChassisUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above)
K51683834
Jan 10, 2018
160000 STRUCTURE
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0128, Diagnostic And Repair - US14+OBD13 (Commonly Year Model 2015) And NewerUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above)
K86412082
Jan 10, 2018
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC's ) P24A0 And P249F Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - OBD15 (Commonly Model Year 2016) And NewerUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above)
K86412082
Jan 10, 2018
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Engine Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC's ) P24A0 And P249F Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - OBD15 (Commonly Model Year 2016) And NewerUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above)
K84412328
Jan 9, 2018
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P249C Intermittently Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ) - OBD15 And OBD16, Model Year ( MY ) 2016 and 2017 ChassisUpdated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above)
K42708399
Jan 9, 2018
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0422 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Light ( MIL ) - OBD15 And OBD16 Chassis (Non-Common Rail)Updated to reflect release of FSB284-064 (Above)
K04596533
Jan 4, 2018
271000 LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
"Volvo Chassis - Equipped With Volvo Active Driver Assist ( VADA ), With Or Without Lane Departure Warning ( LDWS ) - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) SPN 70 MI 9, Bendix Code 64 With Possible ""Lane Departure Warning Malfunction"" Message
K24483157
Dec 19, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC ) P208E And P103B Logging With Possible Derate (SCR Inducement ) - US13 Emissions And Newer
FSB 210-001
Oct 23, 2013
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Engine Data Label
FSB 356-003
Oct 7, 2013
122000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS
Fog Lamp Moisture Intrusion
TSB-514-003
Aug 1, 2009
200000 WHEELS
VOLVO: BRAKE CAM TUBE REINFORCEMENT WITH SUPER SINGLE WHEELS/TIRES AND ARVIN MERITOR BRAKES. A REAR BRAKE S CAM TUBE SUPPORT BRACKET KIT HAS BEEN DESIGNED FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ARVIN MERITOR S CAMS AND SINGLE, WIDE DRIVE TIR
TSB-514-003
Aug 1, 2009
190000 TIRES
VOLVO: BRAKE CAM TUBE REINFORCEMENT WITH SUPER SINGLE WHEELS/TIRES AND ARVIN MERITOR BRAKES. A REAR BRAKE S CAM TUBE SUPPORT BRACKET KIT HAS BEEN DESIGNED FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ARVIN MERITOR S CAMS AND SINGLE, WIDE DRIVE TIR
TSB-514-003
Aug 1, 2009
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
VOLVO: BRAKE CAM TUBE REINFORCEMENT WITH SUPER SINGLE WHEELS/TIRES AND ARVIN MERITOR BRAKES. A REAR BRAKE S CAM TUBE SUPPORT BRACKET KIT HAS BEEN DESIGNED FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ARVIN MERITOR S CAMS AND SINGLE, WIDE DRIVE TIR
38111
Sep 1, 1998
114200 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
INFORMATION ON CORRECTING THE DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTOR CIRCUITS. *TT
NHTSA Safety Investigations, VOLVO VNL
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP15006
Opened: Sep 28, 2015 , Closed: Apr 8, 2016
Ride Quality
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this Defect Petition (DP) assessment in response to a defect petition received from owners of a 2015 Volvo VNL 780 tractor.Prior to submitting the letter the owners had submitted two Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQ).Their concerns included: cab sway... Read more
PE13005
Opened: Mar 18, 2013 , Closed: Aug 29, 2013
Windshield Wiper Failures
Through regular communications with heavy truck fleets, ODI learned of a potential issue involving failures of both the windshield wiper motor or linkage on model year 2011-2012 Volvo VNL trucks.ODI searched its Early Warning Reporting (EWR) database and identified a significant number of claims of ... Read more
PE10028
Opened: Jul 29, 2010 , Closed: Dec 23, 2010
Front Air Brake Hose Interference
ODI opened this investigation based on EWR data indicating that a front air brake hose could rub the tire and eventually develop an air leak.Volvo's IR response and ODI's investigative review revealed no sudden loss of air events. Rather abrasion of the hose was being noted. Additionally no crashes ... Read more
VOLVO VNL - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLVO VNL across all model years (1990, 2025).
216
Total Recalls
176
Total Complaints
3
Investigations
19
Reported Crashes
17
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
VOLVO VNL - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2024 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2023 | 3 | 1 | View |
| 2022 | 7 | 4 | View |
| 2021 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 8 | 6 | View |
| 2018 | 5 | 12 | View |
| 2017 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 6 | 15 | View |
| 2015 | 9 | 6 | View |
| 2014 | 12 | 11 | View |
| 2013 | 14 | 7 | View |
| 2012 | 14 | 7 | View |
| 2011 | 12 | 4 | View |
| 2010 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 4 | 11 | View |
| 2008 | 12 | 3 | View |
| 2007 | 9 | 25 | View |
| 2006 | 7 | 11 | View |
| 2005 | 6 | 7 | View |
| 2004 | 6 | 5 | View |
| 2003 | 9 | 3 | View |
| 2002 | 7 | 1 | View |
| 2001 | 8 | 1 | View |
| 2000 | 4 | 12 | View |
| 1999 | 5 | 16 | View |
| 1998 (current) | 5 | 8 | |
| 1997 | 4 | 0 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1993 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1992 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1990 | 1 | 0 | View |