2014 VOLVO VNL
12 recalls, 11 complaints - 217 TSBs
16V928000 Dec 22, 2016
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 VNL and VNM trucks and certain model year 2017 VNX trucks. In the affected vehicles, incorrect software for controlling the electronic air dryer may result in oil and water contaminating the brake system.
Consequence
If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module and replace the air dryer filter, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1608.
15V634000 Oct 8, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Volvo VNL trucks manufactured December 1, 2011, to September 1, 2013, equipped with certain Electric Auxiliary Power Units (APU), part number BA600, manufactured by Idle Free Systems (IFS). The affected APUs have metal hou... Read more
Consequence
If the mounting points crack and tear or the attaching bolts loosen or fail, the power unit may detach from the truck, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners and IFS dealers will inspect the APU for damage and, where needed, install a welded gusset upgrade kit to strengthen the APU C-channels. All units will receive stronger clamping brackets. The recall began on December 10, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at ... Read more
15V524000 Aug 17, 2015
SERVICE BRAKES
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 VNL and VNM trucks manufactured May 31, 2011, to December 1, 2014. In the affected trucks, the trailer hand brake handle may not to return to the off position due to being restricted by the cut out in the trim panel.
Consequence
If the brake handle does return to the off position, the trailer service brakes may drag causing the wheel end to overheat and potentially cause a wheel end fire or tire blowout. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trim panel slot and make it longer, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-258-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1504.
14V739000 Nov 18, 2014
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012, 2014-2015 VHD, 2012-2015 VNL, and 2014-2015 VNM trucks manufactured June 16, 2011, to August 18, 2014, and equipped with the Eco-Roll option. The affected trucks may fail to re-engage the vehicle drivetrain after using the Eco... Read more
Consequence
If the drivetrain does not re-engage, the vehicle's stopping distance may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo has notified owners, and dealers will update the Eco-Roll software, free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1406.
14V740000 Nov 18, 2014
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.
14V555000 Sep 11, 2014
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
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 fr... Read more
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.
Remedy
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.
14V356000 Jun 20, 2014
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.
14V139000 Mar 24, 2014
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 VNL trucks, and 2013-2014 VNM trucks equipped with certain Cummins Westport Model ISL G and ISX12 G engines. Condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during cold weather conditions and interfere with the proper opera... Read more
Consequence
The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
Remedy
Cummins Inc. and Cummins Wesport Inc. will notify owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1401.
13V618000 Nov 29, 2013
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks manufactured August 12, 2013, through November 14, 2013; and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially ... Read more
Consequence
If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1307.
13V366000 Aug 9, 2013
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 VNL vehicles manufactured April 2, 2012, through May 3, 2013; and equipped with a Meritor RPL-20 driveline transmission. The driveshaft is too weak for this application and may fail.
Consequence
Failure of the driveshaft can result in debris on the roadway and disabling of the truck, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1305.
13V268000 Jun 26, 2013
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.
13V102000 Mar 21, 2013
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks, manufactured from April 18, 2011, through March 14, 2013, and equipped with a horizontally mounted remote battery disconnect switch. The remote battery disconnect switch was manufactured with incorrect hardware allowing the c... Read more
Consequence
Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and switch which may result in a fire.
Remedy
Volvo will send owners an interim letter and dealers will replace and relocate the remote battery disconnect switch. The recall began on May 7, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo's recall support line at 1-877-800-4945 and select option 1.
Complaint Statistics
11 total complaints
2 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 2 |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 1 |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 1 |
| WHEELS | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 21, 2023
Incident date: Apr 17, 2023
In October 2022 I was driving down a residential road and slowed to turn into a parking lot and all power was lost. Was able to safely maneuver car and stop in parking lot. Put car in park, turned off the ignition. Restarted car, seemed ok. Mechanic said nothing was wrong. Now it’s happened t... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 13, 2020
Incident date: Nov 10, 2020
VOLVO ENGINE INJECTOR AIR LEAK ON ANTIFREEZE AND VOLVO THEY NO ONE FIX DE INJECTOARE THEY ARE BAD
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 9, 2017
Incident date: Jun 9, 2017
THE RECALL STATES: IMPROPERLY FUNCTIONING ON-BOARD EMISSION-RELATED DIANOTIC SYSTEM THAT VIOLATES CALIFORNIA AND FEDERAL STANDARD AND REGULATIONS.
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 8, 2016
Incident date: Mar 18, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLVO VNL. WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED, THE CONTACT NOTICED COOLANT LEAKING UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE GRILL WAS BENT FROM THE CONTINUAL OPENING AND CLOSING OF THE HOOD. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT A VALVE AND THE GRILL NEEDED TO BE R... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 8, 2016
Incident date: Mar 18, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLVO VNL. WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED, THE CONTACT NOTICED COOLANT LEAKING UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE GRILL WAS BENT FROM THE CONTINUAL OPENING AND CLOSING OF THE HOOD. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT A VALVE AND THE GRILL NEEDED TO BE R... Read more
STEERING
Oct 16, 2015
Incident date: Sep 27, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLVO VNL. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DRAG LINK IN THE STEERING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE M... Read more
WHEELS
Nov 5, 2014
Incident date: Oct 1, 2014
ON 10/1, UNIT WAS LOCATED AT MILE MARKER 153 ON I-40 NEAR ASH FORK AZ, WHEN THEIR FRONT PASSENGER STEER TIRE'S TREAD DETACHED (MICHELIN XZA 3+ 275/80/R22.5 DOT#M5EJ00EX3213). THE TREAD ACTED LIKE A FLAIL AND CAUSED APPROXIMATELY $12,000 IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTR... Read more
Crash
TIRES
Nov 5, 2014
Incident date: Oct 1, 2014
ON 10/1, UNIT WAS LOCATED AT MILE MARKER 153 ON I-40 NEAR ASH FORK AZ, WHEN THEIR FRONT PASSENGER STEER TIRE'S TREAD DETACHED (MICHELIN XZA 3+ 275/80/R22.5 DOT#M5EJ00EX3213). THE TREAD ACTED LIKE A FLAIL AND CAUSED APPROXIMATELY $12,000 IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTR... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN
Jun 1, 2014
Incident date: Sep 2, 2013
ON THE FIRST DAY I TOOK THIS BRAND NEW 2014 VOLVO VNL SLEEPER TRUCK OFF THE LOT THE DEF SYSTEM FAILED AND SHUT MY TRUCK DOWN I WAS BARELY ABLE TO GET IT BACK TO THE DEALER'S. MASSIVE DRIVE LINE VIBRATION ALSO FELT BUT DEALER COULD NOT FIGURE OUT THE PROBLEM SIX MONTHS LATER TRANSMISSION FAILURE. I A... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Jun 1, 2014
Incident date: Sep 2, 2013
ON THE FIRST DAY I TOOK THIS BRAND NEW 2014 VOLVO VNL SLEEPER TRUCK OFF THE LOT THE DEF SYSTEM FAILED AND SHUT MY TRUCK DOWN I WAS BARELY ABLE TO GET IT BACK TO THE DEALER'S. MASSIVE DRIVE LINE VIBRATION ALSO FELT BUT DEALER COULD NOT FIGURE OUT THE PROBLEM SIX MONTHS LATER TRANSMISSION FAILURE. I A... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Apr 16, 2014
Incident date: Mar 19, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLVO VNL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO PROPERLY CLEAR THE WINDSHIELD AND REDUCED VISIBILITY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MIL... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2014 VOLVO VNL
217 manufacturer communications from 136 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 38 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 23 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 18 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 10 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 9 |
| 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 8 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 7 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 7 |
KC-2350
Feb 23, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
CBR - Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues.
KC-2350
Feb 23, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR - Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues.
KC-2014
Feb 19, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
CBR - Driveline Noise, Suspension Ride Height Too High, Suspension Will Not Exhaust - Chassis Built 2016w01 And Newer
KC-202
Feb 16, 2024
095100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:KINETIC:FLYWHEEL,BEARINGS
CBR - Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) Flywheel Pilot Bearing Wear On Input Shaft.
KC-202
Feb 16, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
CBR - Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) Flywheel Pilot Bearing Wear On Input Shaft.
KC-2347
Feb 16, 2024
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
CBR - Active "Set Park Brake" Message On Drivers Information Display (DID)
KC-2347
Feb 16, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR - Active "Set Park Brake" Message On Drivers Information Display (DID)
KC-2347
Feb 16, 2024
050000 PARKING BRAKE
CBR - Active "Set Park Brake" Message On Drivers Information Display (DID)
CBR-2333 202401
Jan 18, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR: TGW Will Not Connect After SIM Card Replacement
EC0028V 202312
Dec 1, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Emissions Campaign: Volvo has determined that certain 2014 -2018 model year VN, VHD, and VAH Vehicles require a replacement Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) along with updated software.
EC0028V 202312
Dec 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Emissions Campaign: Volvo has determined that certain 2014 -2018 model year VN, VHD, and VAH Vehicles require a replacement Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) along with updated software.
CBR-2320 202312
Dec 1, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
CBR: 11L Engine - Air Conditioner (A/C) Line Damaged At Bracket - Model Year 2007 to Present.
CBR-2320 202312
Dec 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CBR: 11L Engine - Air Conditioner (A/C) Line Damaged At Bracket - Model Year 2007 to Present.
V-258-002 202309
Sep 5, 2023
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement
V-258-002 202309
Sep 5, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement
V-258-001 202309
Sep 5, 2023
061571 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:SUMP/TANK:DRAIN PLUG
TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement
V-258-001 202309
Sep 5, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement
CBR-2120 202308
Aug 29, 2023
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
V728-005A 202308
Aug 14, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
TSB: Barksdale Leveling Valve, Leak Test
CBR-2112 202307
Jul 24, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR: Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
CBR-2112 202307
Jul 24, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
CBR: Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
CBR-2112 202307
Jul 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CBR: Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
CBR-2298 202307
Jul 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CBR: Volvo DEF Dosing Valve Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) P202D00, P208E00, P103B00 - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-2195
Oct 31, 2022
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Volvo DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-2195
Oct 31, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volvo DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-183
Oct 7, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo Chassis - ( AMT, I-Shift ) - Transmission Grinding When Downshifting ; Range Synchronizer (Synchro) Timing Procedure - US07 And Newer
V-265-002
Sep 22, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB-Charge Air Cooler t-clamp install.
SMB00-108C
Sep 14, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Expendable Items Parts List.
CBR-2201
Aug 29, 2022
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
KC-145
Aug 29, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Part information for AMT input shaft repair kits and the shim kit that is required for repair.
KC-751
Jun 28, 2022
103952 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:SHAFT:OUTPUT
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
KC-751
Jun 28, 2022
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
KC-751
Jun 28, 2022
103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
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
KC-751
Jun 28, 2022
103951 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:SHAFT:INPUT
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
KC-750
Jun 28, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
US10 Emission Engines - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) SPN 1231 FMI 9 Troubleshooting
KC-750
Jun 28, 2022
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
US10 Emission Engines - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) SPN 1231 FMI 9 Troubleshooting
KC-2112
Jun 21, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
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-2143
Jun 21, 2022
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)
KC-2143
Jun 21, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)
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-2112
Jun 21, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
KC-2028
Jun 17, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
AMT Control Housing Bench Testing - False Failures
KC-2174
Jun 15, 2022
010000 STEERING
Volvo Chassis - Drag Link Inspection And Replacement Criteria
KC-2174
Jun 15, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
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-734
Jun 6, 2022
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
KC-734
Jun 6, 2022
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
KC-735
Jun 6, 2022
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
KC-2116
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
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-2107
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer
KC-726
May 31, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster
KC-726
May 31, 2022
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster
KC-2158
May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) Muffler Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-2107
May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer
KC-2165
May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-695
May 23, 2022
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
KC-687
May 20, 2022
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
KC-675
May 18, 2022
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
KC-675
May 18, 2022
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
KC-662
May 18, 2022
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
(Back Office Only) Volvo Chassis Loss Of Cruise Control After Disabling Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
KC-662
May 18, 2022
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
(Back Office Only) Volvo Chassis Loss Of Cruise Control After Disabling Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
KC-640
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Chassis - Dealer Support Communication - Selecting The Proper SR Area For Creating An eService
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-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-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-639
May 17, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Volvo SNV15-008 Vocom Adapter ( 88890300 ) May Lock Up When Updating Firmware
KC-647
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding
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-635
May 16, 2022
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
SNV22-003
May 13, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The Diagnostic Process
KC-2157
May 13, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aftertreatment Hydrocarbon Injector (AHI) Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-623
May 4, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo I-Shift AMT Will Not Calibrate After Incorrect Flywheel Housing Is Installed
KC-623
May 4, 2022
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Volvo I-Shift AMT Will Not Calibrate After Incorrect Flywheel Housing Is Installed
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-758
Mar 23, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P2459 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ); Possible Frequent Regeneration Requests - US14+OBD15 And US14+OBD16 Emissions
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)
KC-758
Mar 23, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P2459 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ); Possible Frequent Regeneration Requests - US14+OBD15 And US14+OBD16 Emissions
KC-758
Mar 23, 2022
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P2459 Lighting The Malfunction Indicator Lamp ( MIL ); Possible Frequent Regeneration Requests - US14+OBD15 And US14+OBD16 Emissions
KC-816
Mar 16, 2022
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
(Back Office Only) Volvo Chassis - VN Model - Front Brake Squeal - US14 And Newer
KC-675
Mar 16, 2022
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
KC-675
Mar 16, 2022
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
KC-793
Mar 16, 2022
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
KC-793
Mar 16, 2022
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
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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.
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 (current) | 12 | 11 | |
| 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 | 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 |