2021 VOLVO VNL
7 recalls, 0 complaints - 227 TSBs
21V858000 Nov 4, 2021
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2021 VNL vehicles. A machining defect may cause pressure to build in the power steering pump, breaking the shaft seal and resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence
A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the power steering pumps, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 10, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2105.
21V417000 Jun 2, 2021
WHEELS:HUBCAP/COVER
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2021-2022 VAH, VDH, VNL, AND VNR vehicles. The hubcap compression spring can cause the hubcap to separate.
Consequence
A separated hubcap can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove the hubcap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Mack's number for this recall is RVXX 2102.
20V782000 Dec 15, 2020
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling 2021 VNL, VNR, VAH, and VHD vehicles. The collets (internal jaws) for the brass fitting inserts used in the pneumatic pass-through plate may have been damaged during leak testing. As a result, the brass fitting may completely release the air b... Read more
Consequence
If the park brakes apply unexpectedly, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air brake line for proper engagement of the fitting in the pass-through plate, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 31, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number f... Read more
20V535000 Sep 2, 2020
STEERING
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
If the king pin is missing or not tightened properly, the knuckle may separate from the axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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 t... Read more
20V536000 Sep 2, 2020
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2021 VAH, VHD, VNL and VNR vehicles. The die cast pedal plate may break at one of its attachment points, possibly resulting in the brake pedal dislodging. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Mot... Read more
Consequence
A dislodged brake pedal would be inoperable, increasing a risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pedal plates if required, free of charge. The recall began October 7, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-458-1552. Volvo Truck's number for this recall is RVXX2004.
20V384000 Jul 1, 2020
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2018-2021 VNL and VNR buses. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the rear drive axles stated on the Federal Certification Label exceeds the rating of the wheel hubs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR P... Read more
Consequence
If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge. The recall began August 18, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX2002.
20V241000 Apr 29, 2020
STEERING
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2020-2021 VNL and VNR trucks. The steering gear fasteners may have not been properly tightened.
Consequence
The loose fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the steering gear fasteners to specification, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2020. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2001.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2021 VOLVO VNL
227 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 | 52 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 38 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 15 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 13 |
| 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 11 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 10 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 6 |
| 180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 |
CBR-2214 202404
Apr 22, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CBR: Turbo Compound 2nd Generation - EGR And / Or DPF Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), Diagnostic And Repair Information.
CBR-2360 202404
Apr 2, 2024
150000 SEAT BELTS
CBR: Chassis Equipped With VECU5 Active Datalink/Communication Faults For Multiple Modules; ABS And SRS Communication Faults.
CBR-2360 202404
Apr 2, 2024
140000 AIR BAGS
CBR: Chassis Equipped With VECU5 Active Datalink/Communication Faults For Multiple Modules; ABS And SRS Communication Faults.
CBR-2360 202404
Apr 2, 2024
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
CBR: Chassis Equipped With VECU5 Active Datalink/Communication Faults For Multiple Modules; ABS And SRS Communication Faults.
CBR-2013 202404
Apr 2, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CBR: Turbo Compound (TC) Hot Side Noise, Diagnostic Information.
CBR-2356 202403
Mar 1, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR: After cluster replacement and programming, the Driver Information Display (DID) may not function as designed.
CBR-2346 202403
Mar 1, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
CBR: It may be possible for Bergstrom controlled Eberspacher Espar parking heaters to ignite and burn for 5 min and never start again.
CBR-2139 202403
Mar 1, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CBR: Vehicles built with an 11 liter engine may experience a complaint of excessive fuel in the oil. It is possible that the source of the fuel is the rear fuel galley plug in the cylinder head.
CBR-408 202403
Mar 1, 2024
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
CBR: On a Volvo Chassis - US16 - with the Bendix Lane Departure Warning System ( LDW )the alarm would not cancel once the turn signals were activated.
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)
S3875 202401
Jan 26, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fleet Improvement Campaign: (ABS) Software Update and Brake Inspection
S3875 202401
Jan 26, 2024
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Fleet Improvement Campaign: (ABS) Software Update and Brake Inspection
CBR-2333 202401
Jan 18, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR: TGW Will Not Connect After SIM Card Replacement
S2962 202312
Dec 18, 2023
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
Service Campaign: Volvo trucks has determined that certain VN model trucks built with an D13 Turbo Compound engine that have had a reman TC unit installed could experience a failure with the reman TC unit.
S2962 202312
Dec 18, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Campaign: Volvo trucks has determined that certain VN model trucks built with an D13 Turbo Compound engine that have had a reman TC unit installed could experience a failure with the reman TC unit.
S3787 202312
Dec 7, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
Fleet Campaign: Certain Wegman Volvo trucks could have an issue with the Rear Air Suspension not being set correctly from the factory. The incorrectly adjusted suspension could cause incorrect working angles in the drive line.
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.
S3672 202311
Nov 17, 2023
263000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Service Campaign: For certain Volvo Trucks configurations an updated adaptive cruise software has been developed. The new software will be delivered as an updated PAR file to the ABS Module and will help reduce heat load on steer axle??A?A?
PSM23vna73
Nov 10, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Parts Sales and Marketing Bulletin: Volvo Trucks is excited to announce an additional year warranty program on Volvo Reman AMT I-Shift Complete Transmissions. This extended warranty of 3 years or 350,000 miles on the transmission will be ap
S7631 202310
Oct 31, 2023
200000 WHEELS
Service Campaign: This Service Campaign is the solution for the Proprietary Hubcap Recall SC0425 that effected Volvo VAH, VHD, VN, VNE Models. This Service Campaign also covers trucks that were shipped short from the factory or removed in t
CBR-399 202310
Oct 19, 2023
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Vehicle Overspeed Warning Comes Active At A Lower Speed Than Expected; Vehicle Overspeed Warning In Driver Information Display (DID) - Model Year 2018 And Newer With New Style Instrument Cluster.
CBR-399 202310
Oct 19, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle Overspeed Warning Comes Active At A Lower Speed Than Expected; Vehicle Overspeed Warning In Driver Information Display (DID) - Model Year 2018 And Newer With New Style Instrument Cluster.
CBR-206 202310
Oct 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR: Vehicle Speed Factor (K-Factor) Programming - Speed Factor Value Incorrect When Calculated In Premium Tech Tool (PTT); Speedometer Reading Incorrectly Following A Change To Vehicle Speed Factor - US17+OBD16 And Newer Emissions, Common
CBR-206 202310
Oct 12, 2023
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
CBR: Vehicle Speed Factor (K-Factor) Programming - Speed Factor Value Incorrect When Calculated In Premium Tech Tool (PTT); Speedometer Reading Incorrectly Following A Change To Vehicle Speed Factor - US17+OBD16 And Newer Emissions, Common
CBR-2297 202309
Sep 12, 2023
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
CBR: Volvo Chassis - Nonfunctioning 12vAccessory Power Supply - Model Year(MY) 2017 To Present
CBR-2297 202309
Sep 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR: Volvo Chassis - Nonfunctioning 12vAccessory Power Supply - Model Year(MY) 2017 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
CBR-2078 202308
Aug 24, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR: Turbo-Compound Engines - DTC P024400- Turbocharger Wastegate Actuator Range/Performance - US21+OBD20 ToUS21+OBD22 Emissions
CBR-2078 202308
Aug 24, 2023
061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
CBR: Turbo-Compound Engines - DTC P024400- Turbocharger Wastegate Actuator Range/Performance - US21+OBD20 ToUS21+OBD22 Emissions
CBR-2078 202308
Aug 24, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CBR: Turbo-Compound Engines - DTC P024400- Turbocharger Wastegate Actuator Range/Performance - US21+OBD20 ToUS21+OBD22 Emissions
CBR-2131 202308
Aug 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR: Intermittent Diagnostic Trouble Codes U02A3,U029D, U029E - USE FOR NEW VEHICLES (US21+OBD22 Emissions)
CBR-2131 202308
Aug 14, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CBR: Intermittent Diagnostic Trouble Codes U02A3,U029D, U029E - USE FOR NEW VEHICLES (US21+OBD22 Emissions)
V728-005A 202308
Aug 14, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
TSB: Barksdale Leveling Valve, Leak Test
CBR-2305 202308
Aug 8, 2023
200000 WHEELS
CBR: Valve Stem Extension Contacting Outer Wheel
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
S3367 202307
Jul 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fleet Campaign: Bunk Wiring Inspection
CBR-2297 202307
Jul 5, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
CBR: Volvo Chassis - Nonfunctioning 12v Accessory Power Supply - Model Year (MY) 2017 To Present
CBR-2297 202307
Jul 5, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR: Volvo Chassis - Nonfunctioning 12v Accessory Power Supply - Model Year (MY) 2017 To Present
V-821-002 202307
Jul 3, 2023
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
TSB: Hood Cable Breaking or Binding
V-821-002 202307
Jul 3, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
TSB: Hood Cable Breaking or Binding
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-2128
Mar 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine Control Module (EMS) Software Information - Improvement List (Change Log), March 2023 a?? US21+OBD2021 Emissions ONLY
KC-399
Nov 24, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle Overspeed Warning Comes Active At A Lower Speed Than Expected; Vehicle Overspeed Warning In Driver Information Display (DID) - Model Year 2018 And Newer With New Style Instrument Cluster
KC-399
Nov 24, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle Overspeed Warning Comes Active At A Lower Speed Than Expected; Vehicle Overspeed Warning In Driver Information Display (DID) - Model Year 2018 And Newer With New Style Instrument Cluster
KC-399
Oct 31, 2022
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Vehicle Overspeed Warning Comes Active At A Lower Speed Than Expected; Vehicle Overspeed Warning In Driver Information Display (DID) - Model Year 2018 And Newer With New Style Instrument Cluster
KC-399
Oct 31, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle Overspeed Warning Comes Active At A Lower Speed Than Expected; Vehicle Overspeed Warning In Driver Information Display (DID) - Model Year 2018 And Newer With New Style Instrument Cluster
KC-2201
Oct 31, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine Control Module (EMS) Software (MSW) Information a?? October 2022; Improvement List (Change Log) - US21+OBD22 (13L VGT, TC) And US17+OBD22 (11L) Emissions
KC-399
Oct 31, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle Overspeed Warning Comes Active At A Lower Speed Than Expected; Vehicle Overspeed Warning In Driver Information Display (DID) - Model Year 2018 And Newer With New Style Instrument Cluster
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-363-001
Oct 6, 2022
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
TSB Washer Reservoir Leak
KC-401
Oct 4, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) P24F600 Or P24F700 - US14+OBD15 Emissions And Newer, Model Year 2016 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.
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.
CBR-2131
Aug 29, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
USE FOR NEW VEHICLES (US21+OBD22 Emissions) - Intermittent Diagnostic Trouble Codes U02A3, U029D, U029E
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
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
CBR-2163
Aug 29, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Control Module (EMS) Software Information - Improvement List (Change Log), US21+OBD2020 a?? US21+OBD2021 Emissions Turbo compound Engines ONLY
KC-561
Jun 29, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
11L, 13L, And 16L Engine Oil Analysis Specifications - US10 And Newer Emissions
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
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
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-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-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-2143
Jun 21, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)
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-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-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-399
Jun 17, 2022
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Vehicle Overspeed Warning Comes Active At A Lower Speed Than Expected; Vehicle Overspeed Warning In Driver Information Display (DID) - Model Year 2018 And Newer With New Style Instrument Cluster
KC-399
Jun 17, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Vehicle Overspeed Warning Comes Active At A Lower Speed Than Expected; Vehicle Overspeed Warning In Driver Information Display (DID) - Model Year 2018 And Newer With New Style Instrument Cluster
KC-2028
Jun 17, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
AMT Control Housing Bench Testing - False Failures
KC-13
Jun 15, 2022
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Volvo Chassis - Air Leak At Wet Tank - Model VNL
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-13
Jun 15, 2022
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Volvo Chassis - Air Leak At Wet Tank - Model VNL
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-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-736
Jun 6, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
(Back Office Only) - Engine Brake Vibration When In High Setting - 13L Engine With Variable Geometry Turbo ( VGT ) - US17 And Newer Emissions (Common Rail Fuel System)
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-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
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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 (current) | 7 | 0 | |
| 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 | 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 |