2023 VOLVO VNL
3 recalls, 1 complaints - 75 TSBs
23V511000 Jul 24, 2023
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNR, VNL, VHD, and VAH trucks. The windshield wiper motor gears may wear prematurely, causing the motor to fail.
Consequence
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2309.
23V403000 Jun 4, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Truck) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNL and VHD vehicles equipped with RollTek driver seats. A missing circuit will prevent the side air bag from deploying during a crash.
Consequence
An air bag that does not deploy, increases the risk of an injury.
Remedy
Dealers will connect a jumper harness between the seat and main cab harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 4, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2305.
22V896000 Dec 6, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
Defect Description
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2023 VNL vehicles. The air tank bracket fasteners were excessively tightened and may have broken.
Consequence
Broken fasteners may allow the air tank to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2205.
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 16, 2022
Incident date: Sep 23, 2022
Our trucking business name is Fast Way Express LLC and this is a complaint against TEC Equipment Las Vegas (Volvo dealership) in regards to a new Volvo semi truck we purchased on 6/13/2022. After only 10,600 miles and 216 engine hours, all the electrical modules on the truck stopped working. I have ... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 VOLVO VNL
75 manufacturer communications from 49 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 20 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 15 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 7 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 3 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 3 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 3 |
| 040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | 2 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 2 |
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-2258 202404
Apr 11, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
CBR: Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P107471 -AMT-F
CBR-2361 202404
Apr 10, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CBR: Volvo Chassis - Debris In 13L Cooling Systems Filled With Extended Life(VCS2)
CBR-2013 202404
Apr 2, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CBR: Turbo Compound (TC) Hot Side Noise, Diagnostic Information.
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-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
150000 SEAT BELTS
CBR: Chassis Equipped With VECU5 Active Datalink/Communication Faults For Multiple Modules; ABS And SRS Communication Faults.
S3926 202403
Mar 19, 2024
220000 SEATS
Fleet Improvement Campaign: Certain Volvo VN model trucks have seat cushions that are thinner and wear faster than previous seat model. Follow the instructions below to replace the seat cushion with an alternative cushion that is acceptable
S2970 202403
Mar 4, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
Fleet Improvement Campaign: Certain Volvo VN model trucks could experience deep rock chips in the hood paint which could result in paint flaking or lifting.
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.
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.
S3903 202403
Mar 1, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Campaign: Volvo trucks has determined that certain VAH, VHD, and VN model trucks built with a D13 engine could experience a reduced clamping load on the turbocharger mounting hardware causing the hardware to become loose. On affecte
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.
KC-2350
Feb 23, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR - Telematics Gateway (TGW) Connect Ability Issues.
KC-2350
Feb 23, 2024
353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
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-2347
Feb 16, 2024
050000 PARKING BRAKE
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
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
CBR - Active "Set Park Brake" Message On Drivers Information Display (DID)
KC-202
Feb 16, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
CBR - Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) Flywheel Pilot Bearing Wear On Input Shaft.
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-2258
Feb 1, 2024
103930 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:GEARS
CBR - Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P107471 - AMT-F
KC-2258
Feb 1, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
CBR - Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P107471 - AMT-F
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
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
S7654 202311
Nov 7, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Service Campaign: On certain Volvo VN, VHD, VAH chassis, with a Meritor rear carrier, there is a possibility of the rear differentials being filled with incorrect fluid. This campaign will require draining the rear differential/differential
S7639 202310
Oct 31, 2023
200000 WHEELS
Service Campaign: This Service Campaign is the solution for the Ship Shortage of Proprietary Hubcap Recall SC0425 that effected Volvo VAH, VHD, VN, VNE Models. This Service Campaign also covers trucks that were shipped short from the factor
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
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-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-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
S3700 202309
Sep 22, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fleet Campaign: TPMS Module Bracket Relocation
S3700 202309
Sep 22, 2023
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Fleet Campaign: TPMS Module Bracket Relocation
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-258-001 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
V-258-002 202309
Sep 5, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement
V-258-002 202309
Sep 5, 2023
061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
TSB: Aftertreatment Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank, Level Sensor, Replacement
S3584 202309
Sep 5, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service Campaign: Upper Radiator Hose Replacement (4.00 Degree Crank Angle)
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
S3605 202308
Aug 16, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Fleet Campaign: CAC Crimped Clamp Replacement
V728-005A 202308
Aug 14, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
TSB: Barksdale Leveling Valve, Leak Test
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)
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-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
CBR-2297 202307
Jul 5, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR: Volvo Chassis - Nonfunctioning 12v Accessory Power Supply - Model Year (MY) 2017 To Present
CBR-2297 202307
Jul 5, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
SMB00
Feb 10, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Google Built In Premium Customer Experience Program
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-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-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-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-2226
Oct 19, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U1FFF68 - Factory Mode Active, Event Information - Model Year (MY) 2023
KC-2226
Oct 19, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U1FFF68 - Factory Mode Active, Event Information - Model Year (MY) 2023
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
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 (current) | 3 | 1 | |
| 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 | 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 |