Volvo Vnl Recalls (2021-2025)

What recalls does the Volvo Vnl have?

• 2024-2025 Volvo Vnl Shaft Sector Recall (24V121)
  February 19, 2024 · 45 vehicles · Steering

  The steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture.

  Risk: A fractured steering gear shaft can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect the serial numbers, and replace the steering gears, as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024 Volvo Vnl Steering Arm Recall (23V886)
  December 22, 2023 · 1 vehicles · Steering

  The bearing journals may not be fully seated in the steering knuckle assembly, preventing the proper installation of the wheel end hub assembly.

  Risk: An improperly installed wheel end hub assembly can leak oil, causing the axle spindles to loosen or fracture and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Hendrickson will inspect and replace the steering knuckle assembly as necessary, free of charge.

• 2024 Volvo Vnl Steering Recall (23V690) Repeat recall
  October 13, 2023 · 1,933 vehicles · Steering

  The fastener that connects two steering components, the pitman arm and draglink, may be loose, which can cause the connection to fail and result in a loss of steering control.

  Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten the castle nuts and install new cotter pins, free of charge.

• 2024 Volvo Vnl Stability Control Recall (23V689)
  October 13, 2023 · 29 vehicles · Driver Assistance

  A software programming error may cause the electronic stability control (ESC) to be inoperative.

  Risk: Driving with an inoperative electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will reprogram the control unit software, free of charge.

• 2022-2024 Volvo Vnr Wiper Motor Recall (23V511)
  July 24, 2023 · 55,012 vehicles · Lighting and Visibility

  The windshield wiper motor gears may wear prematurely, causing the motor to fail.

  Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor assembly, free of charge.

• 2022-2024 Volvo Vnl Curtain Air Bag Recall (23V403)
  June 4, 2023 · 29 vehicles · Air Bags

  A missing circuit will prevent the side air bag from deploying during a crash.

  Risk: An air bag that does not deploy, increases the risk of an injury.

  Fix: Dealers will connect a jumper harness between the seat and main cab harness, free of charge.

• 2024 Volvo Vnr Hubcap and Cover Recall (23V173)
  March 16, 2023 · 1,007 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The hub covers do not properly fit on the hub and can detach from the vehicle.

  Risk: A detached hub cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will remove the hub covers, free of charge.

• 2022-2023 Volvo Vnl Service Brakes, Air Fastener Recall (22V896)
  December 6, 2022 · 412 vehicles · Brakes

  The air tank bracket fasteners were excessively tightened and may have broken.

  Risk: Broken fasteners may allow the air tank to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the fasteners, free of charge.

• 2021 Volvo Vnl Steering Pump Recall (21V858)
  November 4, 2021 · 3 vehicles · Steering

  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.

  Risk: A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the power steering pumps, free of charge.

• 2022 Volvo Vnl Transmission Recall (21V781)
  October 6, 2021 · 162 vehicles · Transmission

  The electronic control unit software may allow the transmission to shift into neutral unexpectedly.

  Risk: An unexpected shift to neutral can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will reprogram the electronic control module, free of charge.

• 2021-2022 Volvo Vah Wheel Hub Recall (21V417)
  June 2, 2021 · 1,050 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  The hubcap compression spring can cause the hubcap to separate.

  Risk: A separated hubcap can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will remove the hubcap, free of charge.

• 2022 Volvo Vnl Wheel Rim Recall (21V098)
  February 19, 2021 · 22 vehicles · Suspension, Wheels and Tires

  5 x 8.25. Under certain circumstances, these wheels may not be able to support the load, which can cause the wheels to bend or break while in use.

  Risk: Bent or broken wheels can increase the risk of a crash.

  Fix: The affected vehicles have been contained by the manufacturer, and therefore no owners will be notified.

• 2022 Volvo Vnl Engine Recall (21V065)
  February 11, 2021 · 2 vehicles · Engine

  The capscrews that attach the flywheel to the crankshaft may have been improperly torqued, allowing the flywheel to detach.

  Risk: A detached flywheel can cause loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, driveline pieces may be ejected from the engine compartment, increasing the risk of injury.

  Fix: The affected vehicles are still within the manufacturer's control.

• 2021 Volvo Vnl Brake Fastener Recall (20V782)
  December 15, 2020 · 6,982 vehicles · Brakes

  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 brake line from the pass-through plate while under pressure.

  Risk: If the park brakes apply unexpectedly, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

  Fix: 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.

• 2021 Volvo Vnl Steering Recall (20V535) Repeat recall
  September 2, 2020 · 12 vehicles · Steering

  The king pin nut may not have been installed or properly tightened during axle assembly.

  Risk: If the king pin is missing or not tightened properly, the knuckle may separate from the axle, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: 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.

• 2021 Volvo Vah Service Brakes, Air Recall (20V536)
  September 2, 2020 · 11,127 vehicles · Brakes

  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 Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

  Risk: A dislodged brake pedal would be inoperable, increasing a risk of a crash.

  Fix: Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the pedal plates if required, free of charge.

• 2021 Volvo Vnl Label Recall (20V384)
  July 1, 2020 · 89 vehicles · Other Equipment

  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 Part 567, "Certification."

  Risk: If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Volvo will notify owners and send corrected replacement labels, free of charge.

• 2021 Volvo Vnl Steering Recall (20V241)
  April 29, 2020 · 23 vehicles · Steering

  The steering gear fasteners may have not been properly tightened.

  Risk: The loose fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Volvo Trucks will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the steering gear fasteners to specification, free of charge.

Which Vnl parts are recalled most?

Which Vnl model years have the most recalls?

How do I check my Vnl for open recalls?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. The lookup lists every open safety recall on that specific vehicle, so you will see which of the 18 Volvo Vnl campaigns above apply to you. You can also ask any authorized Volvo dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is on your registration card, your insurance card, and a plate at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield. Brand-new recalls can take a few days to show up, so check again if you received a letter.

What are Vnl owners reporting?

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA since 2020, by model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports, but the components that come up most often show where owners are having trouble.

Excerpts from owner complaints (unverified):

The contact owns a 2022 Volvo VNL860. The contact stated that upon attempting to drain the driver’s side air tank, he noticed that the air tank flaring was loose. The service technician tightened the flaring.

2022 VOLVO Vnl owner, Structure:Interior Panels:Sun Visor, NHTSA complaint 11510027

The contact owns a 2022 Volvo VNL. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and was unable to accelerate above 10 MPH, after which the low coolant warning light illuminated on the instrument panel.

2022 VOLVO Vnl owner, Service Brakes, NHTSA complaint 11568530

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.

2023 VOLVO Vnl owner, Electrical System, NHTSA complaint 11497751

Can a recall make your Vnl a lemon in California?

A recall alone does not make a Volvo Vnl a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act looks at whether a warranty defect substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety and was not fixed within a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

2 of the 18 recalls listed here follow an earlier campaign on the same component, which can mean a first fix did not work. 2 involve the engine, transmission or high-voltage battery, the kinds of repairs that often take several visits or weeks of downtime.

Within the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the same defect was repaired two or more times when it is likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases, and owners outside that window can still have a claim. An owner who prevails can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

What to keep: every repair order, the recall owner letters, your purchase or lease contract, and a log of dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure every visit is written up, even when the dealer says it found nothing.

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All Volvo recalls

Other Volvo models with recalls

• C40BEV: 6 recalls
• EC40: 3 recalls
• EX30: 3 recalls
• EX30CC: 1 recall
• EX40: 3 recalls
• EX90: 3 recalls
• S60: 8 recalls
• S60PHEV: 1 recall
• S90: 6 recalls
• S90PHEV: 1 recall
• V60: 7 recalls
• V60CC: 7 recalls
• V60CCMHEV: 1 recall
• V60PHEV: 1 recall
• V90: 5 recalls
• V90CC: 5 recalls
• V90CCMHEV: 1 recall
• VN: 18 recalls
• Vah: 9 recalls
• Vhd: 18 recalls
• Vnl: 18 recalls
• Vnl (4): 19 recalls
• Vnr: 13 recalls
• Vnr (4): 9 recalls
• Vnre (electric): 7 recalls
• XC40: 9 recalls
• XC40BEV: 2 recalls
• XC60: 11 recalls
• XC60MHEV: 2 recalls
• XC60PHEV: 1 recall
• XC90: 11 recalls
• XC90MHEV: 1 recall
• XC90PHEV: 1 recall

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