2012 VOLVO VT
1 recalls, 1 complaints - 117 TSBs
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.
Complaint Statistics
1 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 21, 2014
Incident date: Mar 19, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OPERATATED A 2012 VOLVO TRACTOR FOR JORDAN CARRIERS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE FUEL INJECTOR CAUSED THE TRUCK TO SHAKE VIGOROUSLY. THE SHAKING WOULD STOP WHEN VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING AT A SPEED OF 35 MPH OR BELOW. THIS FAILURE CONTINUOUSLY OCCURRED.... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 VOLVO VT
117 manufacturer communications from 79 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 17 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 16 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 10 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 10 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 4 |
| 080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 4 |
| 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | 4 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 3 |
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-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.
CBR-2333 202401
Jan 18, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CBR: TGW Will Not Connect After SIM Card Replacement
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.
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-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-405
Jun 21, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Warranty Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT, I-Shift, mDrive ) Control Housing Assembly; Guidelines For Filing A Claim For Chassis Return Visit With Transmission Issues After A Repair Requiring Control Housing Removal And Reinstallation -
KC-2143
Jun 21, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
(Back Office) - Cruise Control Inoperative After Updating Software VECU5 Without ESP Package (UESP)
KC-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
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Programming Failure - Chassis With Cummins Engine And An Allison Transmission
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
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-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-2171
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Temperature Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer
KC-2165
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Pump Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
KC-2116
Jun 3, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NOx Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US10+OBD13 And Newer Emissions
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
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster
KC-726
May 31, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Fuel Level Gauge Reading Incorrect In The Instrument Cluster
KC-2107
May 26, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DEF Level (UQLS) Sensor Troubleshooting Guide - US17+OBD16 Emissions and Newer
KC-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-674
May 18, 2022
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Volvo Chassis - Fuel Level Sending Unit Specification Information
KC-674
May 18, 2022
117210 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT
Volvo Chassis - Fuel Level Sending Unit Specification Information
KC-647
May 17, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding
KC-647
May 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Chassis Ghost Codes Due To Poor Grounding
SNV22-003
May 13, 2022
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The Diagnostic Process
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-784
Mar 23, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
KC-784
Mar 23, 2022
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Code ( DTC ) P0420 Illuminating The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
KC-366
Mar 22, 2022
357500 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS
Volvo Chassis - FSB 392 - 004 - Radio, Replacement
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-705
Mar 16, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo Chassis - Diagnostic Trouble Codes ( DTC's ) - MID130 PID160 FMI1 Or FMI2 - For The I-Shift Transmission
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
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
SLV22-002
Feb 28, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volvo Monthly Bulletin Release Letter - Feb 2022
KC-541
Feb 21, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Volvo Chassis - FSB 761-002, Shock Absorber, Inspection
356EN01
Feb 9, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
VIDA QR Scanner Mobile App
Service Manager
Feb 3, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
Service Manager
Feb 3, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Shipping and Handling of Volvo Lithium-ion 48V Mild Hybrid Battery to Global Battery Solutions (GBS)
KC-413
Jan 20, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volvo Chassis - Coolant Leak Test - Dye Information
KC-413
Jan 20, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volvo Chassis - Coolant Leak Test - Dye Information
KC-418
Jan 20, 2022
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Volvo Chassis - Air Brake System Schematics And Routing VN, VHD Version 2, VT From Build Date 11.2011
KC-418
Jan 20, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Volvo Chassis - Air Brake System Schematics And Routing VN, VHD Version 2, VT From Build Date 11.2011
KC-392
Jan 19, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo Chassis - Driveline (Driveshaft, Propeller Shaft) Ride Height And Angle, Measurement And Calculation; Pinion Angle Measurement - Model Year 1996 And Newer
KC-392
Jan 19, 2022
105300 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Volvo Chassis - Driveline (Driveshaft, Propeller Shaft) Ride Height And Angle, Measurement And Calculation; Pinion Angle Measurement - Model Year 1996 And Newer
KC-357
Jan 17, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An I-Shift Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) - Flywheel Resurfacing And Reuse Guidelines
KC-357
Jan 17, 2022
102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An I-Shift Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) - Flywheel Resurfacing And Reuse Guidelines
KC-357
Jan 17, 2022
095100 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:KINETIC:FLYWHEEL,BEARINGS
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An I-Shift Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT ) - Flywheel Resurfacing And Reuse Guidelines
KC-358
Jan 17, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volvo Chassis - US10 to US16 Emissions - Soot Level Will Not Reset After Regen Or Locked At 140%
KC-358
Jan 17, 2022
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
Volvo Chassis - US10 to US16 Emissions - Soot Level Will Not Reset After Regen Or Locked At 140%
KC-304
Jan 6, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Cylinder Head Reuse And Replacement Guidelines - Inspection And Information - US04 And Newer Emissions, Commonly 2007 And Newer Model Years
KC-305
Jan 6, 2022
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
KC-226
Dec 13, 2021
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
KC-145
Nov 24, 2021
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
KC-72
Nov 18, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An Automated Manual Transmission (I- Shift, AMT) AMT-C, AMT-D Or AMT-F - Transmission Oil Specifications - Model Years 2010 To 2020
KC-163
Nov 4, 2021
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Diesel Fuel Information - Acceptable Biodiesel, Fuel Blend For Summer And Winter - US07 And Newer Emissions, Model Year 2008 And Newer
KC-124
Oct 22, 2021
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
KC-99
Oct 18, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Volvo Chassis 2008 And Up LED Headlight Conversion Programming Procedure
KC-99
Oct 18, 2021
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Volvo Chassis 2008 And Up LED Headlight Conversion Programming Procedure
KC-99
Oct 18, 2021
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Volvo Chassis 2008 And Up LED Headlight Conversion Programming Procedure
KC-521
Sep 8, 2020
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Volvo Chassis - Exterior Lights - Converting From Incandescent To LED Lamps; Hardware And Software Requirements And Programming Information - Model Year 2008 Through 2017
K41105570
Feb 14, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Instrument Cluster Programming - Programming Fails Or Errors Display When Replacing An Instrument Cluster With A Newer Part Number (Conversion Kit) - US04 To US10 Chassis (9-Pin Diagnostic Connector)
K15812145
Oct 9, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Volvo Chassis - SNV 15-016 Documented Process For Engine Oil Consumption - All Emissions, All Model Years
K51303113
May 2, 2018
100000 POWER TRAIN
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT, I-Shift ) - Reverse / Back-Up Lights Inoperative, No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), No Issues With Circuit, Additional Check - US10 And US13 Emissions, Commonly Model Ye
K51303113
May 2, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Volvo Chassis - Equipped With An Automated Manual Transmission ( AMT, I-Shift ) - Reverse / Back-Up Lights Inoperative, No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC), No Issues With Circuit, Additional Check - US10 And US13 Emissions, Commonly Model Ye
K52326370
Feb 6, 2018
073100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Volvo Chassis - Diesel Exhaust Fluid ( DEF ) Contamination In Fuel System, Inspection And Repair - US10 to US14 ( Non-Common Rail Fuel System ) Removed information for common rail chassis - now has its own solution.
FSB216-002
Feb 1, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Flywheel Resurfacing Guidelines, I-Shift
FSB 392-004, Rad
Dec 20, 2016
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
On Volvo Trucks built between October 6, 2008 and August 18, 2014, with a factory installed programmable radio, the old radio may no longer be available for purchase. To upgrade from a GLAD format radio to a DEA500 format radio follow the f
FSB 593-012
Jan 29, 2016
113100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID
Hill Start Assist Solenoid, Replacement
FSB 593 012
Jan 1, 2016
042300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
On some VOLVO VHD, VN, VT, and VAH truck models built between 04/31/2008 and 11/30/2015, the solenoid valve for the Hill Start Assist feature is prone to internal contamination in harsh environments. The internal contamination of the soleno
FSB 593 012
Jan 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
On some VOLVO VHD, VN, VT, and VAH truck models built between 04/31/2008 and 11/30/2015, the solenoid valve for the Hill Start Assist feature is prone to internal contamination in harsh environments. The internal contamination of the soleno
FSB 593 012
Jan 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
On some VOLVO VHD, VN, VT, and VAH truck models built between 04/31/2008 and 11/30/2015, the solenoid valve for the Hill Start Assist feature is prone to internal contamination in harsh environments. The internal contamination of the soleno
FSB 593 012
Jan 1, 2016
114005 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
On some VOLVO VHD, VN, VT, and VAH truck models built between 04/31/2008 and 11/30/2015, the solenoid valve for the Hill Start Assist feature is prone to internal contamination in harsh environments. The internal contamination of the soleno
FSB 216-001
Dec 10, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Twin Mass Flywheel Conversion
FSB 593-012
May 21, 2015
113100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID
Hill Start Assist Solenoid, Replacement
FSB 215-002
May 13, 2015
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Timing Plate Leak Repair
FSB 431-010
Jan 30, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
Range Synchronizer, Repair
FSB 216-001
Jan 13, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
Twin Mass Flywheel Conversion, Transmission Removed
FSB 593-012
Jan 12, 2015
113100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY:SOLENOID
Hill Start Assist Solenoid, Replacement
FSB 432-014
Oct 3, 2014
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Transmission ECU Compatibility
TJ-25329
Aug 6, 2014
017600 STEERING:LINKAGES:KNUCKLE:SPINDLE:ARM
VOLVO: ON SOME VEHICLES, THE STEERING KNUCKLE WOULD HAVE WHEEL HUB DISPLACED AND WOULD TO REPLACE WHEEL HUB. *PE
TJ-25329
Aug 6, 2014
204000 WHEELS:HUB
VOLVO: ON SOME VEHICLES, THE STEERING KNUCKLE WOULD HAVE WHEEL HUB DISPLACED AND WOULD TO REPLACE WHEEL HUB. *PE
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VOLVO VT - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the VOLVO VT across all model years (2005, 2014).
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Total Recalls
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Total Complaints
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Investigations
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Reported Crashes
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Reported Fires
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