2011 VOLVO VNL

12 recalls, 4 complaints - 160 TSBs

TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 VNL and VNM trucks manufactured June 21, 2010, to December 14, 2012. The affected trucks are equipped with Fontaine Ultra LT Fifth Wheel connectors, which, due to cumulative damage to the fifth wheel and its locking mechan... Read more

Consequence

If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and Fontaine dealers will replace the fifth wheel with an Ultra NT model fifth wheel, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1507.

669 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

TIRES

Defect Description

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 VAH and VNL trucks manufactured May 12, 2010, to October 31, 2014. The affected vehicles may experience premature tire failure during certain operating conditions such as high speeds, heavy load, and high road temperature.

Consequence

Premature tire failure could increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the tires and set the road speed limiter, free of charge. The recall began on January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1405.

115 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING

Defect Description

Volvo Trucks of North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 VNL and 2014-2015 VNM trucks manufactured November 17, 2010, through February 5, 2014, and equipped with enhanced cruise control and without side fairings. In the affected vehicles, the active braking component of the e... Read more

Consequence

If the active braking feature becomes disabled, the vehicle may not automatically activate the brakes as intended when the enhanced cruise control system is in use, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1402.

1,025 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

VISIBILITY/WIPER

Defect Description

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks manufactured February 1, 2010, through September 30, 2010 and June 1, 2011, through November 30, 2011. The windshield wiper motor may fail.

Consequence

Inoperable wipers may result in poor driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor, free of charge. The recallbegan on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1304.

17,824 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch fr... Read more

Consequence

Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the distance required to stop the truck may lengthen, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.

23,056 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIR

Defect Description

Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 VHD and VNL vehicles manufactured December 13, 2010, through July 17, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with an MGM Type 24 J-series piston parking brake chamber. The brake chambers may leak pressure allowing the parking ... Read more

Consequence

Overheated brake components could result in a fire.

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners and the brake chambers will be replaced as needed, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on, or before, June 17, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvos campaign recall number is RVXX1302.

701 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Volvo Trucks North America

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE

Defect Description

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 VHD AND MODEL YEAR 2011-2013 VNL AND VNM VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 2, 2010, THROUGH JANUARY 18, 2012, AND EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX ATR-6 TRACTION RELAY VALVES. IN EXTREMELY COLD CONDITIONS, THESE BENDIX RELAY VALVES MAY POTENTIALLY DEVELOP INTE... Read more

Consequence

INADVERTENT BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE. INADVERTENT BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE WHEELS TO LOCK-UP LEADING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

VOLVO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND PROVIDE A TEMPORARY REPAIR UNTIL BENDIX DEVELOPS A PERMANENT REMEDY. A PERMANENT REMEDY HAS BEEN DEVELOPED AND NOTIFICATION TO OWNERS BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2012. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.

21,625 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA

TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY

Defect Description

VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 VNL AND VNM TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 1, 2010, THROUGH JANUARY 31, 2011. DURING THE COUPLING PROCESS, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE DRIVER TO PARTIALLY CLOSE THE FIFTH WHEEL LOCK AND IF SOLELY RELYING ON A TUG TEST (PULL TEST), THE DRIVER MAY THINK... Read more

Consequence

IF THE DRIVER DRIVES AWAY WITH A TRAILER THAT IS NOT PROPERLY COUPLED, THE TRAILER CAN COME LOOSE AND POTENTIALLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LOCK BAR FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 7, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.

299 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA

SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SLACK ADJUSTERS

Defect Description

VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 VHD, VNL, AND MODEL YEAR 2012 VNM TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 15, 2010, THROUGH JANUARY 31, 2011, AND EQUIPPED WITH GUNITE AUTOMATIC SLACK ADJUSTERS. DUE TO AN INCOMPLETE "KNITTING" OF THE IRON AT THE TIME OF CASTING, INADEQUATE STRUCTURAL... Read more

Consequence

SLACK ADJUSTERS WITH THIS FLOW NOTCH COULD CRACK UNDER NORMAL BRAKING CONDITIONS CAUSING LOSS OF BRAKING WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

VOLVO TRUCKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SUBJECT SLACK ADJUSTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT AUGUST 12, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.

2,765 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Defect Description

VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 VNL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 23, 2010, THROUGH DECEMBER 22, 2010. THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR THE VEHICLE TO START WITHOUT WARNING BECAUSE OF AN UNINTENDED PATH TO GROUND THAT EXISTS. THIS CAN OCCUR WHEN EITHER THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE IS DISC... Read more

Consequence

THIS PRESENTS A RISK OF INJURY WITH NONOPERATIONAL CONDITIONS SUCH AS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS BEING SERVICED.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE A WIRING HARNESS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 13, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.

1,847 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Defect Description

VOLVO IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 VHD, VNL, VNM, AS WELL AS 2008-2010 VT VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF PART 567, "CERTIFICATION." THE TIRE DESCRIPTION MAY BE INCORRECT ON THE VEHICLE'S CERTIFICATION LABEL.

Consequence

THE MISINFORMATION ON THESE LABELS COULD LEAD TO A VEHICLE OVERLOADING THAT CAN INCREASE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE LABELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.

1,926 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA

VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Defect Description

VOLVO TRUCKS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 VNL TRUCKS. THE ADHESIVE USED IN THE UPPER WINDOW IN THE BUNK AREA TO SECURE THE GLASS MAY DEBOND.

Consequence

THIS COULD ALLOW THE GLASS TO COME LOOSE AND POSSIBLY FALL OUT INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE WINDOW AS REQUIRED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 4, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.

3,526 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: VOLVO TRUCKS NORTH AMERICA

Complaint Statistics

4 total complaints

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
STEERING	1
ENGINE	1
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	1
SUSPENSION	1

Incident date: Jan 1, 2015

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLVO VNL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRUCK CABIN JERKED OUT OF CONTROL WHEN A BUMP WAS HIT OR WHEN DRIVING ON ROUGH TERRAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE REAR SHOCKS; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MECHANIC REPLACED ALL THE SHOCK... Read more

Incident date: Jul 18, 2015

WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE ENGINE SUDDENLY STARTED RUNNING INTERMITTENT WHEN HITTING A BUMP OR ACCELLERATING, THEN ABRUPTLY SHUT COMPLETELY DOWN WHILE DRIVING. LUCKELY THE SPEED WAS LOW AND WE WERE ABLE TO STOP, BUT ENDED UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. UPON INSPECTION ON THE ROAD, SPARKS CAME OFF FROM UN... Read more

Incident date: Dec 16, 2013

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLVO VNL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE AND ENGINE FAULT WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE NOX SENSOR WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE A... Read more

Incident date: Nov 4, 2010

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLVO VNL TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP ABNORMALLY WHENEVER THE WHEEL WAS TURNED WHILE THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER SIX TIMES WHERE THERE WERE VARIOUS REPAIRS PERFORMED. THE REPAIRS DID NOT REMEDY THE FAIL... Read more

Technical Service Bulletins, 2011 VOLVO VNL

160 manufacturer communications from 104 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	22
100000 POWER TRAIN	18
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	17
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER	9
060000 ENGINE (PWS)	6
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL	6
350000 EQUIPMENT	6
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL	5

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

CBR - Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues.

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

CBR - Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues.

050000 PARKING BRAKE

CBR - Active "Set Park Brake" Message On Drivers Information Display (DID)

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

CBR - Active "Set Park Brake" Message On Drivers Information Display (DID)

117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

CBR - Active "Set Park Brake" Message On Drivers Information Display (DID)

100000 POWER TRAIN

CBR - Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) Flywheel Pilot Bearing Wear On Input Shaft.

095100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:KINETIC:FLYWHEEL,BEARINGS

CBR - Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) Flywheel Pilot Bearing Wear On Input Shaft.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

CBR: TGW Will Not Connect After SIM Card Replacement

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

CBR: 11L Engine - Air Conditioner (A/C) Line Damaged At Bracket - Model Year 2007 to Present.

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

CBR: 11L Engine - Air Conditioner (A/C) Line Damaged At Bracket - Model Year 2007 to Present.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

CBR: Volvo VHD & VN Models - Vehicle Wil Not Start, PTO Active Message Displayed In Cluster, PTO Light On When PTO Switch Is Turned Off

020000 SUSPENSION

TSB: Barksdale Leveling Valve, Leak Test

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

CBR: Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission

100000 POWER TRAIN

CBR: Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

CBR: Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission

100000 POWER TRAIN

Volvo Chassis - ( AMT, I-Shift ) - Transmission Grinding When Downshifting ; Range Synchronizer (Synchro) Timing Procedure - US07 And Newer

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

TSB-Charge Air Cooler t-clamp install.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Part information for AMT input shaft repair kits and the shim kit that is required for repair.

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information a?? August 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions

100000 POWER TRAIN

Vehicles Equipped With An Automated Manual Transmission Model D or F ( AMT-D, AMT-F ) - Transmission Oil Leakage From Transmission Input Shaft Seal Or Output Shaft Seal - US10 And Newer Emissions, Common Model Years 2010 And Newer

103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

103951 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:SHAFT:INPUT

103952 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:SHAFT:OUTPUT

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

US10 Emission Engines - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) SPN 1231 FMI 9 Troubleshooting

063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL

US10 Emission Engines - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) SPN 1231 FMI 9 Troubleshooting

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 -

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)

040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

DTC U012100 - Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Control Module, No Additional Information

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission

100000 POWER TRAIN

Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission

100000 POWER TRAIN

AMT Control Housing Bench Testing - False Failures

010000 STEERING

Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria

020000 SUSPENSION

Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria

100000 POWER TRAIN

Volvo Chassis - Equipped with An Automated Manual Transmission (AMT, iShift) - SNV 19-002 - AMT Oil Filter Housing Corrosion

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Premium Tech Tool (PTT) - Message For Data Mismatch, Product Configuration Mismatch; Instruction To Run An Accessory Kit Displayed When Attempting To Run Diagnostics For Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) Or Programming - US10+OBD13 And Newer E

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) And Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) Pin Testing Procedure - US07 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2008 And Newer

080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) And Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) Pin Testing Procedure - US07 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2008 And Newer

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

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

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Temperature Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer

080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer

251000 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC)

Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Electronic Stability Control (ESC): Changes And Removal Information; Permissible PAR File Changes - US07 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2008 And Newer

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Back Office - Diagnostic / Troubleshooting Procedures For Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System Components; Covers Most EGR System Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), See List In Solution - US10, US10+OBD13, US14+OBD*, US17+OBD* With A Variabl

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

(Back Office Only) Volvo Chassis - Equipped With A Catalyzed Exhaust Aftertreatment System ( EATS ) - Regeneration ( Regen ) Failure Diagnostic Process - US07 to US16 Emissions

063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

(Back Office Only) Volvo Chassis - Equipped With A Catalyzed Exhaust Aftertreatment System ( EATS ) - Regeneration ( Regen ) Failure Diagnostic Process - US07 to US16 Emissions

100000 POWER TRAIN

Volvo Chassis - PTO Pump Speed Calculator

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volvo Chassis - PTO Pump Speed Calculator

080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Volvo Chassis - Fuel Level Gauge Slow To Respond To Changes In Fuel Level

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

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Volvo SNV14-035 When And How To Contact Tech Support ( eService & Phone )

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volvo SNV14-035 When And How To Contact Tech Support ( eService & Phone )

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding

040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Volvo Chassis - Bendix ABS6 TO ABS8 Service Information

061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

Volvo Chassis - Bendix ABS6 TO ABS8 Service Information

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Volvo Chassis - Dealer Support Communication - Selecting The Proper SR Area For Creating An eService

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volvo Chassis - Dealer Support Communication - Selecting The Proper SR Area For Creating An eService

114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Volvo SNV15-008 Vocom Adapter ( 88890300 ) May Lock Up When Updating Firmware

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volvo SNV15-008 Vocom Adapter ( 88890300 ) May Lock Up When Updating Firmware

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Volvo SNV15-008 Vocom Adapter ( 88890300 ) May Lock Up When Updating Firmware

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volvo Fault Code MID 144 PSID 204 FMI 9

119211 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE

Volvo Fault Code MID 144 PSID 204 FMI 9

100000 POWER TRAIN

Volvo Chassis - Automated Manual Transmission Model F (AMT-F, I-Shift) - Possible Infrequent Hiccup/Stumble During Steady Engine/Vehicle Speed; Diagnostic Trouble Code P1074-92, P1074-94, P1074-96 Logging, Appears As Inactive

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

The Diagnostic Process

100000 POWER TRAIN

Volvo I-Shift AMT Will Not Calibrate After Incorrect Flywheel Housing Is Installed

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Volvo I-Shift AMT Will Not Calibrate After Incorrect Flywheel Housing Is Installed

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Volvo Chassis - LED Headlights Conversion Programming Procedure - Model VNL

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Volvo Chassis - LED Headlights Conversion Programming Procedure - Model VNL

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

(Back Office Only) Volvo Chassis - Equipped With A Catalyzed Exhaust Aftertreatment System ( EATS ) - Regeneration ( Regen ) Failure Diagnostic Process - US07 to US16 Emissions

063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

(Back Office Only) Volvo Chassis - Equipped With A Catalyzed Exhaust Aftertreatment System ( EATS ) - Regeneration ( Regen ) Failure Diagnostic Process - US07 to US16 Emissions

100000 POWER TRAIN

Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC's ) - MID130 PID160 FMI1 Or FMI2 - For The I-Shift Transmission

100000 POWER TRAIN

Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An I-Shift Automatic Manual Transmission ( AMT ) And D16 ( 16L ) Engine - Technical Service Bulletin V-216-001 Twin Mass Flywheel Conversion

095100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:KINETIC:FLYWHEEL,BEARINGS

Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An I-Shift Automatic Manual Transmission ( AMT ) And D16 ( 16L ) Engine - Technical Service Bulletin V-216-001 Twin Mass Flywheel Conversion

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Volvo Monthly Bulletin Release Letter - Feb 2022

350000 EQUIPMENT

VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)

350000 EQUIPMENT

Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)

040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR

Volvo Chassis - Air Brake System Schematics And Routing VN, VHD Version 2, VT From Build Date 11.2011

350000 EQUIPMENT

Volvo Chassis - Air Brake System Schematics And Routing VN, VHD Version 2, VT From Build Date 11.2011

100000 POWER TRAIN

Volvo Chassis - Driveline (Driveshaft, Propeller Shaft) Ride Height And Angle, Measurement And Calculation; Pinion Angle Measurement - Model Year 1996 And Newer

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

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Volvo Chassis - Discharge Recirculation Valve (DRV) - FSB 258-029 , Engine Turbocharger Compressor Bypass Valve Deletion Kit , Installation

061610 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

Volvo Chassis - Discharge Recirculation Valve (DRV) - FSB 258-029 , Engine Turbocharger Compressor Bypass Valve Deletion Kit , Installation

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Volvo Chassis - US10 to US16 Emissions - Soot Level Will Not Reset After Regen Or Locked At 140%

090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

Volvo Chassis - US10 to US16 Emissions - Soot Level Will Not Reset After Regen Or Locked At 140%

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Cylinder Head Reuse And Replacement Guidelines - Inspection And Information - US04 And Newer Emissions, Commonly 2007 And Newer Model Years

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Volvo Chassis - Approved Engine Oil For Volvo Engines, Factory Fill Oil Information - US07 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2008 And Newer

161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

Grounding Bus Bar (Cloverleaf, Grounding Star, Four Point Ground Stud) On Frame Rail; Inspection To Be Performed For Power And Ground, Data Link DTCs - US10 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2011 And Newer

100000 POWER TRAIN

Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) (Spigot Bearing) Input Shaft Repair Kit And Shim Kit, Part Number Information, Reference Guide - US07 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2008 And Newer

080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Diesel Fuel Information - Acceptable Biodiesel, Fuel Blend For Summer And Winter - US07 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2008 And Newer

100000 POWER TRAIN

Automated Manual Transmission Gearbox Will Not Shift To High Range After Gearbox Repair; MID 130 PSID 24 FMI 1, P1072-92 Unintentional Disengagement Of High Range - US07 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2008 And Newer

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Volvo Chassis 2008 And Up LED Headlight Conversion Programming Procedure

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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.

DP, Closed , Model Year: 2013

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... , cab alignment , and loss of control.The petitioners further allege that due to a failure of the suspension system caused by cab misalignment one of them sustained a back injury while seated at the work station in the sleeper berth while traveling.The office received a total of six (6) complaints (1 via telephone) related to ride quality on 2013 -2016 Volvo VNL vehicles.Two (2) of the complaints were filed by the petitioners.Of the five (5) unique complaints, three (3) were received during the course of this evaluation.During this evaluation, the Owner/Operators Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) published an article in their magazine, Land Line, prompting the additional two reports.One owner reported owning three Volvo trucks, all of which had a tendency to sway and lean, yet he preferred the ride over other manufacturers peer vehicles.ODI sent an Information Request (IR) letter to Volvo asking about the three concerns identified in the petition.The response indicated Volvo's cab air ride design has been in use since 2005.When evaluating each of the three concerns raised by the petitioners, ODI found that the complaint and warranty data did not establish existence of a defect trend for cab sway or loss of control.There were no reported injuries or loss of control events and less than 0.02% of the population had a cab sway concern.The majority of claims and complaints received involved cab alignment.The 2015 MY did stand out from the other MYs with over 1% of the 2015 population reporting cab alignment issues.This may indicate there is a defect in the design or production of the cab mounting, however there was no indication it created a safety risk.ODI test drove the petitioners' vehicle, employing an investigator with significant experience driving similar vehicles.This test drive revealed a degree of cab sway that appeared to exceed that of peer vehicles.Nonetheless, the ODI driver did not experience any difficulty controlling the vehicle.For additional details see the attached Evaluation Report.This defect petition is denied. The agency has not identified an actionable trend or unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety.Should new information become available the agency will take whatever further action is appropriate.The ODI reports cited above can be reviewed at: http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following complaint identification numbers:10747593, 10715844, 10701592, 10781242, and 10822454Read more

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2011

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

PE, Closed , Model Year: 2009

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 (current)	12	4
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	5	8	View
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

Other VOLVO Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
VHD	192	20	View
VNM	142	13	View
VN	125	150	View
S60	122	1,657	View
XC60	121	864	View
XC90	113	2,165	View
V70	92	1,181	View
S80	81	1,321	View

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