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Volvo VNM recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 45 recall campaigns and 11 owner complaints for the Volvo VNM, covering model years 1995 to 2017. The 2007 model year drew the most complaints (4), and Air Bags is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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See the model year, plant and build details of one vehicle, then the recalls for its exact year.

  • 45 recall campaigns on file
  • 11 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 23 model years with data (1995–2017)
  • most complaints: 2007 (4 for that model year)
  • top component: Air Bags (3 complaints)
  • latest recall 17V536000 (reported Aug 29, 2017)
  • 5 complaints reporting a crash (45.5%)
  • 1 complaint reporting a fire (9.1%)
  • 3 complaints reporting an injury (27.3%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Volvo VNM complaints by model year

6 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2007 model year has the most complaints: 4 of 11, or 36.4%. Next come 2009 (3) and 2001 (1). The fewest are for 2008, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Volvo VNM owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2001–2009Column chart of 11 complaints across 9 model years. The highest is 2007 with 4. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2001: 1 complaint120012002: 0 complaints20022003: 0 complaints20032004: 0 complaints20042005: 1 complaint120052006: 1 complaint120062007: 4 complaints420072008: 1 complaint120082009: 3 complaints32009
Volvo VNM complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Volvo VNM complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200110100
200510000
200610010
200743010
200811010
200931000
All model years115130

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Volvo VNM components

top 8 · NHTSA categories

Air Bags is the component named most often, in 3 complaints (27.3% of all 11), followed by Electrical System (2) and Engine (2).

Components named most often in Volvo VNM complaints (top 8)
Components named most often in Volvo VNM complaints (top 8)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Air Bags327.3%
Electrical System218.2%
Engine218.2%
Trailer Hitches218.2%
Engine and Engine Cooling19.1%
Service Brakes, Air19.1%
Steering19.1%
Structure19.1%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Volvo VNM recalls

45 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name VNM, newest first. The 45 campaigns cover model years 1995 to 2017. The 2008, 2012 and 2014 model years appear in the most campaigns (10 each).

  • 45 recall campaigns
  • 1 “Do Not Drive” advisory
Volvo VNM recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
1995: 1 campaign1996: 1 campaign1997: 5 campaigns1998: 5 campaigns1999: 4 campaigns
2000: 5 campaigns2001: 9 campaigns2002: 6 campaigns2003: 7 campaigns2004: 6 campaigns2005: 6 campaigns2006: 6 campaigns2007: 8 campaigns2008: 10 campaigns2009: 2 campaigns
2010: 2 campaigns2011: 6 campaigns2012: 10 campaigns2013: 9 campaigns2014: 10 campaigns2015: 6 campaigns2016: 5 campaigns2017: 3 campaigns
Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 17V536000

    Reported

    Steering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly; Steering

    Model year 2016

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2016 Volvo VNL and VNM trucks equipped with certain Dana Spicer D-Series and E-Series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

    Consequence:
    If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary. If the tie rod stud and knuckle on units cannot be sufficiently torqued, the dealer will replace the knuckle and tie rod end assembly, free of charge. The recall began on October 17, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1702.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  2. NHTSA campaign 16V928000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Air

    Model years 2013–2017

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 VNL and VNM trucks and certain model year 2017 VNX trucks. In the affected vehicles, incorrect software for controlling the electronic air dryer may result in oil and water contaminating the brake system.

    Consequence:
    If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module and replace the air dryer filter, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1608.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  3. NHTSA campaign 16V927000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front › Hub

    Model year 2017

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017 Volvo VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to June 21, 2016. The affected vehicles were built with front wheel hubs that cannot support the gross axle weight rating of the front axle.

    Consequence:
    Overloaded front wheel hubs can result in premature failure of the hubs, bearings, and the related components, which can cause the front hub assembly to separate from the front axle. Because of this, the driver may lose control of the vehicle or parts may be dropped on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hub assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1607.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  4. NHTSA campaign 16V467000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front; Steering

    Model year 2013

    Volvo Trucks North America, (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013 VNM and VNL trucks manufactured April 16, 2012, to May 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with certain Meritor FF967 non-drive front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated.

    Consequence:
    The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers. The affected axles will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1605.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  5. NHTSA campaign 16V095000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint; Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Upper Ball Joint

    Model year 2016

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 VT trucks manufactured from April 9, 2008, through September 24, 2009, and certain 2016 model VNL and VNM trucks manufactured from January 2, 2015, through to November 6, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with USK non-greasable drag links that may experience corrosion of the ball joints due to the seals being compromised, possibly resulting in accelerated wear and failure of the ball joint.

    Consequence:
    Failure of the ball joint may cause separation of the socket and a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1601. Note: This recall is an expansion of a previous recall 15V-651.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  6. NHTSA campaign 16V097000

    Reported

    Steering

    Model years 2016–2017

    NHTSA “Do Not Drive” advisory: affected vehicles should not be driven until the recall repair is done.

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 VNL, VNX, and VNM trucks manufactured from May 11, 2015, through April 18, 2016. The trucks may have been manufactured without a roll pin on the steering shafts. If the roll pin is missing, the lower steering shaft may disconnect from the junction block. Also, the bolt connecting the upper steering shaft to the lower steering shaft may not have been properly tightened. Either condition can lead to separation of the steering shaft.

    Consequence:
    Separation of the steering shaft will result in complete loss of steering which may lead to a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo is strongly recommending that the affected vehicles not be driven until the interim remedy is applied. An interim notice was sent to Volvo owners on March 16, 2016, and an interim repair is available now. A second notice was mailed on May 13, 2016. The final remedy is now available. Both remedies are free of charge. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-877-800-4945 opt #1. Volvo's recall numbers for this campaign are RVXX1602 and RVXX1603. This recall supersedes safety recall 15V-786.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  7. NHTSA campaign 15V643000

    Reported

    Trailer Hitches › Fifth Wheel Assembly

    Model years 2011–2013

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 VNL and VNM trucks manufactured June 21, 2010, to December 14, 2012. The affected trucks are equipped with Fontaine Ultra LT Fifth Wheel connectors, which, due to cumulative damage to the fifth wheel and its locking mechanism, have a locking mechanism that may fail to operate or to properly engage.

    Consequence:
    If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners, and Fontaine dealers will replace the fifth wheel with an Ultra NT model fifth wheel, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1507.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  8. NHTSA campaign 15V524000

    Reported

    Service Brakes

    Model years 2012–2015

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 VNL and VNM trucks manufactured May 31, 2011, to December 1, 2014. In the affected trucks, the trailer hand brake handle may not to return to the off position due to being restricted by the cut out in the trim panel.

    Consequence:
    If the brake handle does return to the off position, the trailer service brakes may drag causing the wheel end to overheat and potentially cause a wheel end fire or tire blowout. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the trim panel slot and make it longer, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-258-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1504.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  9. NHTSA campaign 15V274000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine

    Model years 2012–2016

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 VNM trucks manufactured March 21, 2011, to April 30, 2015. Excessive engine crankcase pressures may cause the 90-degree elbow of the vent tube assembly to detach from the crankcase ventilation breather, possibly allowing engine oil to come into contact with hot surfaces.

    Consequence:
    If engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, there could be an increased risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will secure the ends of the 90-degree elbow. In addition, the electronic control module (ECM) will be reprogrammed with software that can adjust the engine output under misfire conditions to limit crankcase pressures. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2015. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1502.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  10. NHTSA campaign 14V739000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model years 2014–2015

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2012, 2014-2015 VHD, 2012-2015 VNL, and 2014-2015 VNM trucks manufactured June 16, 2011, to August 18, 2014, and equipped with the Eco-Roll option. The affected trucks may fail to re-engage the vehicle drivetrain after using the Eco-Roll feature.

    Consequence:
    If the drivetrain does not re-engage, the vehicle's stopping distance may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo has notified owners, and dealers will update the Eco-Roll software, free of charge. The recall began on December 10, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1406.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

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  1. NHTSA campaign 14V555000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Air › Disc › Caliper

    Model years 2014–2015

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 VAH, VNL, and VNM trucks manufactured March 4, 2013, to April 28, 2014. Due to the bolts holding the disc brake caliper to the backing plate not being tightened to the specified torque, the disc brake caliper may detach from the backing plate.

    Consequence:
    If the disc brake caliper detaches from the backing plate it can affect the brakes to that particular wheel causing the vehicle to "pull" to the left or right, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts to specification, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1403.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  2. NHTSA campaign 14V356000

    Reported

    Forward Collision Avoidance › Crash Imminent Braking; Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control

    Model years 2014–2015

    Volvo Trucks of North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 VNL and 2014-2015 VNM trucks manufactured November 17, 2010, through February 5, 2014, and equipped with enhanced cruise control and without side fairings. In the affected vehicles, the active braking component of the enhanced cruise control can become disabled.

    Consequence:
    If the active braking feature becomes disabled, the vehicle may not automatically activate the brakes as intended when the enhanced cruise control system is in use, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will update the control unit software, free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1402.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  3. NHTSA campaign 14V139000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine

    Model years 2013–2014

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 VNL trucks, and 2013-2014 VNM trucks equipped with certain Cummins Westport Model ISL G and ISX12 G engines. Condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during cold weather conditions and interfere with the proper operation of the intake manifold pressure sensor.

    Consequence:
    The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
    Remedy:
    Cummins Inc. and Cummins Wesport Inc. will notify owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1401.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  4. NHTSA campaign 13V618000

    Reported

    Seat Belts

    Model year 2014

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks manufactured August 12, 2013, through November 14, 2013; and equipped with IMMI-brand L9 seat belt buckles. When the button is pressed to release the seat belt, the latch plate can become partially engaged with the buckle, making the seat belt difficult to unlatch. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 209, "Seat Belt Assemblies."

    Consequence:
    If the latch plate remains partially engaged after the button is pressed, egress from the vehicle could be hindered which would increase the risk of injury in the event of an emergency.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt buckle, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 27, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1307.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  5. NHTSA campaign 13V349000

    Reported

    Visibility/Wiper

    Model years 2011–2012

    Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 VAH, VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks manufactured February 1, 2010, through September 30, 2010 and June 1, 2011, through November 30, 2011. The windshield wiper motor may fail.

    Consequence:
    Inoperable wipers may result in poor driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners and dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor, free of charge. The recallbegan on December 6, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1304.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  6. NHTSA campaign 13V268000

    Reported

    Power Train › Clutch Assembly

    Model years 2007–2014

    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 from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied.

    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.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  7. NHTSA campaign 13V102000

    Reported

    Electrical System › 12V/24V/48V Battery › Cables

    Model years 2012–2014

    Volvo is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks, manufactured from April 18, 2011, through March 14, 2013, and equipped with a horizontally mounted remote battery disconnect switch. The remote battery disconnect switch was manufactured with incorrect hardware allowing the cables to loosen. Additionally, as mounted, the cables may vibrate and chafe.

    Consequence:
    Loose or chafed cables may lead to overheating of the battery cable and switch which may result in a fire.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will send owners an interim letter and dealers will replace and relocate the remote battery disconnect switch. The recall began on May 7, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo's recall support line at 1-877-800-4945 and select option 1.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  8. NHTSA campaign 12V036000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Check Valve

    Model years 2011–2013

    Volvo is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 VHD and model year 2011-2013 VNL and VNM vehicles, manufactured from December 2, 2010, through January 18, 2012, and equipped with bendix ATR-6 traction relay valves. In extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. Internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brake causing continuous brake application.

    Consequence:
    Inadvertent brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. Inadvertent brake application can cause the wheels to lock-up leading the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will notify owners, and provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. A permanent remedy has been developed and notification to owners began on April 27, 2012. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  9. NHTSA campaign 11V460000

    Reported

    Trailer Hitches › Fifth Wheel Assembly

    Model years 2011–2012

    Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 VNL and VNM trucks manufactured from May 1, 2010, through January 31, 2011. During the coupling process, it is possible for the driver to partially close the fifth wheel lock and if solely relying on a tug test (pull test), the driver may think that the fifth wheel lock is properly coupled to the trailer king pin when in fact it is not properly coupled.

    Consequence:
    If the driver drives away with a trailer that is not properly coupled, the trailer can come loose and potentially result in a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock bar free of charge. The safety recall began on December 7, 2011. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  10. NHTSA campaign 11V294000

    Reported

    Power Train › Driveline

    Model year 2012

    Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2012 VHD, VNL, and VNM trucks equipped with a meritor driveline. The tubing used to assemble the drivelines has a nonconforming seam weld with insufficient bonding of the material.

    Consequence:
    This can result in seam weld fracture when torque is applied. Once the tube seam weld is fractured, the driveline may become inoperable, which may result in a disabled vehicle or debris from the driveline falling onto the roadway, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the drivelines free of charge. The safety recall began on July 25, 2011. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  11. NHTSA campaign 11V265000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Air › Slack Adjusters

    Model year 2012

    Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 VHD, VNL, and model year 2012 VNM trucks manufactured from October 15, 2010, through January 31, 2011, and equipped with gunite automatic slack adjusters. Due to an incomplete "knitting" of the iron at the time of casting, inadequate structural integrity of the slack adjuster housing can occur, which could cause the housing to break at the handle under normal operating loads.

    Consequence:
    Slack adjusters with this flow notch could crack under normal braking conditions causing loss of braking which could result in a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Volvo trucks will notify owners and dealers will replace the subject slack adjusters free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about August 12, 2011. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  12. NHTSA campaign 10V492000

    Reported

    Equipment › Other › Labels

    Model years 2008–2011

    Volvo is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 VHD, VNL, VNM, as well as 2008-2010 VT vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." The tire description may be incorrect on the vehicle's certification label.

    Consequence:
    The misinformation on these labels could lead to a vehicle overloading that can increase risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the labels free of charge. The safety recall began on February 25, 2011. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  13. NHTSA campaign 10V282000

    Reported

    Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection

    Model years 2001–2006

    Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2001-2006 VNL and VNM trucks manufactured with a TRW sealed drag links. Certain factors can exist, which if left untreated may result in a ball socket separation.

    Consequence:
    Ball socket separation at the drag link results in complete loss of steering, and therefore can result in a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and repair the ball socket or the drag link as required if necessary. As parts are limited, Volvo trucks mailed an interim owner letter on September 2, 2010. The safety recall began on February 14, 2011. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  14. NHTSA campaign 09V173000

    Reported

    Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor

    Model years 2001–2008

    Volvo trucks is recalling 127,764 MY 2001-2008 VHD, VNL, VNM, and MY 2005-2008 VT trucks. A seal may fail allowing water and contaminants to seep into the windshield wiper motor.

    Consequence:
    If this happens a short circuit may occur, which over time could possibly lead to a vehicle fire.
    Remedy:
    Volvo will replace the wiper motor free of charge. Since this recall involves a large number of vehicles, Volvo will release the recall in stages as parts are received. Priority will be given to the vehicles located in the regions/states that have a corrosive environment. The recall began on September 30, 2009. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  15. NHTSA campaign 07V573000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers

    Model years 2003–2008

    On certain heavy duty trucks, the circuit protection (I.E. automatic circuit breakers) used to protect the vehicle lighting system may not provide adequate protection.

    Consequence:
    If a short circuit occurs and is left untreated, components and wiring may be subject to overheating which could possibly result in a vehicle fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the circuit breakers with fuses. The recall began on February 25, 2008. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  16. NHTSA campaign 07V529000

    Reported

    Steering › Gear Box (Other Than Rack and Pinion)

    Model year 2008

    On certain trucks, the bolts that attach the steering gear to the frame may not have been tightened to the specified torque.

    Consequence:
    Loss of steering control could occur increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will tighten the bolts free of charge. The recall began on December 3, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  17. NHTSA campaign 07V496000

    Reported

    Trailer Hitches › Fifth Wheel Assembly

    Model years 2007–2008

    On certain trucks equipped with a saf holland simplex fifth wheel, the lever arm pivot bolt may have been over tightened. An over tightened pivot bolt can distort the pivot bolt spacer sleeve, which may prevent the fifth wheel latch jaw from closing and latching securely around the trailer king pin.

    Consequence:
    There is a possibility that the pivot bolt can become loose without the driver's knowledge. When this occurs, the driver could drive away and the trailer could become disengaged, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the pivot bolt and sleeve with a hex head shoulder bolt and washer free of charge. The recall began on January 28, 2008. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  18. NHTSA campaign 07V410000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Hood › Hinge and Attachments

    Model year 2008

    On certain trucks, the hood restraint cylinder does not contain enough dampening to adequately restrain the hood.

    Consequence:
    The cylinders could possibly separate, which would leave the hood unrestrained when opening and closing the hood.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the hood restraint cylinders free of charge. The recall began on October 15, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  19. NHTSA campaign 07V345000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Diesel

    Model years 2007–2008

    On certain trucks, an unprotected lead in the thermoswitch of the heater may make contact with another post possibly creating a short circuit, which can result in continuous operation of the heating element.

    Consequence:
    If the condition exists and the key is left on without fuel in the filter, the heating element may heat to a point where a flame becomes present at the tip of the element which could result in a vehicle fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the thermoswitch and will replace it if necessary. The recall began on September 10, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  20. NHTSA campaign 07V323000

    Reported

    Steering

    Model years 2007–2008

    On certain trucks, the nut used to retain the steering shaft may or may not be a lock nut that has the locking feature. A lock nut is required to provide additional resistance to ensure that the nut does not come loose.

    Consequence:
    If the nut were to come loose, the steering shaft could potentially separate resulting in loss of steering control which could cause a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the steering shaft pinch bolts and locknuts free of charge. The recall began on August 24, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  21. NHTSA campaign 07V108000

    Reported

    Power Train › Axle Assembly

    Model years 2007–2008

    On certain trucks, the axle housings may have been manufactured with steel that was out of specification which could result in a fatigue failure over time.

    Consequence:
    If a fatigue failure occurs and is left unattended, the axle may lock up or the end of the axle could come off, which may result in a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will repair and inspect the axles and replace them free of charge. The recall began on April 9, 2007. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  22. NHTSA campaign 06V385000

    Reported

    Power Train › Driveline

    Model year 2007

    On certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor RPL20 high angle interaxle driveshafts, an improper seated or missing snap ring can result in the bearing cup to separate from the slip yoke sub-assembly. The universal joint cross could then contact the slip yoke casting and eventually cause the ear work to fracture.

    Consequence:
    This could result in additional damage to the driveline, the vehicle to which it is attached and ay additional nearby objects.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the driveshafts and replace them as needed. The recall began on October 23, 2006. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  23. NHTSA campaign 06V021000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System

    Model years 2003–2006

    On certain trucks equipped with D12D engines, the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) cooler inlet pipes or the pipes that connect the EGR valves to the cooler may crack or break.

    Consequence:
    If the pipes or the cooler inlet pipes fail and are left untreated, the air cleaner and inner fender may be subject to hot exhaust gases, which could lead to a fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and repair the EGR cooler pipes as required and install a heat shield free of charge. An interim owner letter was mailed on February 17, 2006, to advise on precautions that the owner can take until parts become available. Owners are being notified starting March 3, 2006, that parts are now available. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  24. NHTSA campaign 05V498000

    Reported

    Wheels

    Model years 2003–2006

    Certain trucks equipped with front steer axle air suspension may develop a front wheel wobble when the tires become worn.

    Consequence:
    If the wobble persists and is left untreated, damage may occur which could impair vehicle control and a crash could occur without prior notice.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will repair and replace the front vertical shocks on each side of the front suspension and add a horizontal stabilizer. The recall began on February 20, 2006. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  25. NHTSA campaign 05V346000

    Reported

    Equipment › Other › Labels

    Model years 2004–2006

    Certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." The tire size designation on the certification label is not shown.

    Consequence:
    The certification label is incorrect giving improper information.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the certification labels. The recall began on September 12, 2005. Owners may contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  26. NHTSA campaign 03V381000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Starter Assembly

    Model years 2001–2003

    On certain heavy-duty class trucks, salt and other highway snow and ice removal chemicals are getting under the protective caps of the chassis mounted emergency start studs and corroding them. This condition deteriorates the studs and the connections.

    Consequence:
    Over time the studs may loosen sufficiently to cause an electrical short.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will install new chassis mounted emergency start studs and associated battery cables. Owner notification is expected to begin during November 2003. Owners should contact Volvo at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  27. NHTSA campaign 03V204000

    Reported

    Trailer Hitches › Fifth Wheel Assembly

    Model years 2001–2003

    On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with jost international JSK 37U series fifth wheels, a fatigue crack can develop in the bracket pin weld under certain loading conditions.

    Consequence:
    If left undetected or corrected it could lead to the separation of the fifth wheel top plate from its mounting structure, possibly resulting in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the bracket pins and repair instructions free of charge. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact jost international at 616-846-7700 or by email to recall@jostinternational.com or Volvo Truck at 800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  28. NHTSA campaign 03V199000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front

    Model years 1998–2002

    On certain trucks equipped with truck hub units manufactured by SKF exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's FF98X series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.

    Consequence:
    Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace all front axle hubs. An interim notice to owners was mailed on June 25, 2003. Final owner notification began on October 6, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  29. NHTSA campaign 02V238000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights › Switch

    Model years 1995–2002

    Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." The two tail lamps, back-up lamp,and license tag lamp were mounted on insufficiently rigid mounts.

    Consequence:
    It may not allow the driver of a rearward approaching vehicle to have full view of the lamps.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will attach the two tail lamps, back-up lamp, and the license tap lamp on stiffer brackets. Owner notification began October 31, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  30. NHTSA campaign 02V110000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Air › Antilock

    Model years 1997–2001

    Certain heavy duty class 8 vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 121, "air brake systems", S5.1.6.3, "antilock power for towed vehicles." Electrical power for the trailer anti-lock braking system (ABS) can be disrupted when a switch located on the vehicle instrument panel is activated to control lighting within the trailer.

    Consequence:
    If this condition occurs, the driver can lose of the towed vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will install a wiring harness which will provide continuous electrical power to the trailer ABS whenever the ignition switch is in the on or run position. Owner notification began April 29, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  31. NHTSA campaign 02V018003

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Air › Supply › Check Valve

    Model year 2001

    On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with meritor wabco pneumatic anitlock brake system (ABS) valve packages, the assembly bolts on these valve packages were not tightened correctly.

    Consequence:
    Bolts torqued below specification will not reliably prevent air leakage at the affected ABS valve package interface joints once the component begins normal vehicle operation. If air leaks develop at any of the ABS valve package interface joints, brake system pressure reductions could occur during braking or normal operation with units equipped with the traction control option, potentially extending stopping distances, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will tighten the fasteners to the proper specification. Owner notification began February 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  32. NHTSA campaign 02V014000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting

    Model years 2000–2001

    Certain heavy duty class 8 trucks fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS No. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." Two reflectors are missing from the end of the frame crossmember.

    Consequence:
    At night, in a bob-tailed (no trailer) condition, the rear of the truck may not be as visible to vehicles following the truck, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will install the two missing reflectors. Owner notification began December 12, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  33. NHTSA campaign 00V232003

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Air › Antilock

    Model years 1997–2000

    Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with bendix air ABS with an EC-17 1030R electronic control unit (ECU), there have been reports of unwanted ABS activation at low speeds caused by 1) chafed ABS wheel speed sensor wires on rotating parts or 2) a damaged component at the wheel end that generates a certain type of erratic sensor signal.

    Consequence:
    This condition could cause the ABS ECU to exhaust the air at the air brake modulators for one or more of the wheels. This could result in extended braking distances and a possible crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the ABS ECU.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  34. NHTSA campaign 98V120001

    Reported

    Wheels › Rim

    Model years 1997–1998

    Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with aftermarket aluminum dual wheels, 22.5X8.25, one-piece, tubeless, supplied by accuride/akw. Certain design revisions combined with process conditions caused fatigue cracks in these wheels.

    Consequence:
    This condition can cause failure of these wheels.
    Remedy:
    Accuride/akw will replace these wheels.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

  35. NHTSA campaign 97V212000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front › Wheel Bearing

    Model year 1997

    Vehicle description: class 8 heavy duty trucks. The steer axle wheel bearing jam nut lock washer may not have been bent over the jam nut after the wheel bearings were adjusted.

    Consequence:
    If this condition exists, the jam nut and wheel bearing adjusting nut can back off the spindle allowing the wheel and the brake drum assembly to separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the steering axle wheel bearing jam nut lock washer to determine if it is bent over the jam nut, and if not, repair as required.

    Filed by Volvo Trucks North America

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How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Volvo VNM questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Volvo VNM have?

NHTSA lists 45 vehicle recall campaigns for the Volvo VNM, covering model years 1995 to 2017. The most recent, 17V536000, was reported on August 29, 2017 and is filed under “Steering”. The 2008, 2012 and 2014 model years are covered by the most campaigns (10 each).

Which Volvo VNM model year has the most complaints?

The 2007 model year, with 4 of the 11 complaints in NHTSA’s file (36.4%). The next are 2009 (3) and 2001 (1). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Volvo VNM complaint?

Air Bags is the component named most often: 3 complaints, or 27.3% of all 11. Electrical System (2) and Engine (2) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Volvo VNM?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Volvo dealer.

How many Volvo VNM complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 11 complaints, 5 report a crash, 1 a fire, 3 at least one injury and 0 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

Other Volvo models

8 models · most complaints first

The Volvo models with the most NHTSA complaints, and the Volvo VIN decoder with every Volvo model page, WMI code and VIN note.

  • Volvo XC90 2003–2025 · 35 recalls · 1,521 complaints
  • Volvo S60 2000–2025 · 40 recalls · 1,264 complaints
  • Volvo S80 1999–2016 · 27 recalls · 954 complaints
  • Volvo V70 1996–2016 · 22 recalls · 933 complaints
  • Volvo XC60 2009–2025 · 36 recalls · 647 complaints
  • Volvo S70 1995–2002 · 6 recalls · 593 complaints
  • Volvo S40 2000–2011 · 12 recalls · 491 complaints
  • Volvo XC70 2001–2016 · 19 recalls · 417 complaints

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.