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Volvo Vnm

23 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V536000·2017-08-29

    Volvo Recalls 2016 VNL and VNM Trucks for Steering Defect

    Volvo is recalling 2016 VNL and VNM trucks because a loose tie rod may cause complete loss of steering, increasing crash risk.

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    VOLVO — VOLVO VNM, VNL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V927000·2016-12-22

    Volvo Recalls 2017 Trucks Due to Front Wheel Hub Defect

    Volvo is recalling 2017 VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks because front wheel hubs may fail, risking loss of vehicle control.

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    VOLVO — VOLVO VNM, VNL, VHD
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V928000·2016-12-22

    Volvo Recalls 2013-2017 Trucks Due to Brake System Contamination Risk

    Volvo is recalling certain 2013-2017 VNL, VNM, and 2017 VNX trucks because incorrect software may allow oil and water to contaminate the brake system, potentially affecting braking performance.

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    VOLVO — VOLVO VNM, VNX, VNL
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V467000·2016-06-27

    Volvo Recalls 2013 VNM and VNL Trucks for Front Axle Defect

    Volvo is recalling 129 model year 2013 VNM and VNL trucks because certain front steer axles may fracture, increasing the risk of a crash.

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    VOLVO — VOLVO VNM, VNL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V095000·2016-02-19

    Volvo Trucks Recall 2009-2016 Models for Steering Component Failure Risk

    Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain 2009-2010 VT and 2016 VNL/VNM trucks because front suspension drag links may corrode, potentially causing loss of steering.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VT, VNM, VNL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V097000·2016-02-17

    Volvo Recalls 2016-2017 Trucks for Steering Shaft Separation Risk

    Volvo is recalling 2016-2017 VNL, VNX, and VNM trucks because a missing roll pin or loose bolt may cause the steering shaft to separate, resulting in a loss of steering.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VNX, VNM, VNL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V524000·2015-08-17

    Volvo Recalls 2012-2015 VNL and VNM Trucks for Brake Handle Defect

    Volvo is recalling 2012-2015 VNL and VNM trucks because the trailer hand brake handle may not return to the off position, potentially causing wheel overheating, fire, or tire blowout.

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    VOLVO — VOLVO VNL, VNM
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V274000·2015-05-11

    Volvo Recalls 2012-2016 VNM Trucks Due to Engine Fire Risk

    Volvo is recalling 2012-2016 VNM trucks because a vent tube may detach, allowing engine oil to contact hot surfaces and increase fire risk.

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    VOLVO — VOLVO VNM
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V739000·2014-11-18

    Volvo Trucks Recall Eco-Roll Drivetrain Defect in VHD, VNL, VNM Models

    Volvo is recalling certain 2012-2015 VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks because the Eco-Roll feature may fail to re-engage the drivetrain, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VHD, VNM, VNL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V555000·2014-09-11

    Volvo Recalls 2014-2015 Trucks Due to Brake Caliper Bolt Torque Issue

    Volvo is recalling 3,175 model year 2014-2015 VAH, VNL, and VNM trucks because disc brake caliper bolts may not be tightened to specification, increasing crash risk.

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    VOLVO — VOLVO VNM, VAH, VNL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V139000·2014-03-24

    Volvo Recalls VNL and VNM Trucks Due to Intake Manifold Defect

    Volvo is recalling 2013-2015 VNL and 2013-2014 VNM trucks because condensation in the intake manifold may freeze, causing sensor issues that increase fire risk.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VNL, VNM
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V268000·2013-06-26

    Volvo Trucks Recall 2007-2014 Models Due to Clutch Disengagement Defect

    Volvo is recalling 23,056 heavy-duty trucks from 2007-2014 because a missing redundant switch may prevent the clutch from disengaging, increasing stopping distance.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VNL, VNM, VT, VAH
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V102000·2013-03-21

    Volvo Recalls 2012-2014 Trucks Due to Battery Cable Fire Risk

    Volvo is recalling 2012-2014 VNL, VHD, and VNM trucks because loose or chafed battery cables may overheat and cause a fire.

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    VOLVO — VOLVO VNL, VHD, VNM
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·12V036000·2012-02-01

    Volvo Trucks Recall VNL, VNM, and VHD Models for Brake Valve Defect

    Volvo is recalling certain 2011-2013 VNL, VNM, and 2011-2012 VHD trucks because cold weather may cause brake valves to leak, leading to continuous braking.

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    VOLVO — VOLVO VNL, VNM, VHD
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    Vehicle
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    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V460000·2011-09-01

    Volvo VNL and VNM Trucks Recalled for Fifth Wheel Coupling Defect

    Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 2011-2012 VNL and VNM trucks because the fifth wheel lock may not fully engage, potentially allowing a trailer to detach.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VNL, VNM
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V294000·2011-05-20

    Volvo Recalls 2012 VNL, VHD, and VNM Trucks for Driveline Defect

    Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 2012 VNL, VHD, and VNM trucks because a nonconforming seam weld in the driveline tubing could fracture, potentially disabling the vehicle or causing debris to fall on the roadway.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VNM, VNL, VHD
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·11V265000·2011-05-03

    Volvo Trucks Recall VNL, VHD, and VNM Models for Brake Defect

    Volvo Trucks is recalling certain 2011-2012 VNL, VHD, and 2012 VNM trucks because defective slack adjusters may crack, causing loss of braking.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VNL, VHD, VNM
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V282000·2010-06-24

    Volvo Recalls 2001-2006 VNL and VNM Trucks for Steering Defect

    Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 2001-2006 VNL and VNM trucks because a drag link ball socket may separate, causing loss of steering.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VNL, VNM
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V356000·2014-06-20

    Volvo VNL and VNM Trucks Recalled for Cruise Control Braking Defect

    Volvo is recalling 2011-2015 VNL and 2014-2015 VNM trucks because the active braking component of the enhanced cruise control can become disabled, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VNM, VNL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V618000·2013-11-29

    Volvo Recalls 2014 Trucks Due to Seat Belt Buckle Defect

    Volvo is recalling 5,486 model year 2014 trucks because seat belt buckles may fail to release, hindering emergency egress.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VAH, VNM, VHD, VNL
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    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V349000·2013-08-13

    Volvo Trucks Recall 2011-2012 Models for Wiper Motor Failure

    Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 2011-2012 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks because the windshield wiper motor may fail, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VHD, VNM, VAH, VNL
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·10V492000·2010-10-12

    Volvo Trucks Recall 2008-2011 Models for Incorrect Certification Labels

    Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain 2008-2011 VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT trucks because the tire description on the certification label may be incorrect.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VNM, VT, VHD, VNL
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations

  • AQ18005 Audit Query · communication
  • PE13002 Preliminary Evaluation · power train:automatic transmission
  • RQ11001 Recall Query · visibility:glass, side/rear
  • PE10028 Preliminary Evaluation · service brakes, air:supply:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  • EA09003 Engineering Analysis · steering:gear box:shaft pitman
  • PE08053 Preliminary Evaluation · steering:linkages:drag:link:connection

Technical service bulletins

835 manufacturer service bulletins across 17 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2017: 4.7/5
  • 2016: 4.5/5
  • 2015: 4.4/5
  • 2014: 4.0/5
  • 2013: 4.1/5

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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