Volvo VNL problems by model year
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
NHTSA has 15 owner complaints and 61 recalls on file for the Volvo VNL (2005–2025).
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 61
- Model years
- 21
- Worst year
- —
Complaints by model year
Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.
Every Volvo VNL model year
| Year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Recalls | Top problem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2024 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | — |
| 2023 VNL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | Electrical System |
| 2022 VNL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | Engine |
| 2021 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | — |
| 2020 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | — |
| 2019 VNL | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 | Suspension |
| 2018 VNL | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | Transmission & Drivetrain |
| 2017 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | — |
| 2016 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | — |
| 2015 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 | — |
| 2014 VNL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | Engine |
| 2013 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | — |
| 2012 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | — |
| 2011 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 | — |
| 2010 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | — |
| 2009 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | — |
| 2008 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2007 VNL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | Body & Structure |
| 2006 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2005 VNL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
Most common Volvo VNL problem areas (all years)
- Engine6 complaints
- Transmission & Drivetrain4 complaints
- Body & Structure2 complaints
- Electrical System2 complaints
- Steering2 complaints
- Suspension2 complaints
- Brakes1 complaints
- Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion1 complaints
- Acceleration & Cruise Control1 complaints
Complaint trend
Volvo VNL recalls
Risk: A fractured steering gear shaft can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
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.
Risk: A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: Driving with an inoperative electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy, increases the risk of an injury.
Risk: A detached hub cover can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Broken fasteners may allow the air tank to detach from the vehicle, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loss of power steering assist increases the risk of a crash.
Risk: An unexpected shift to neutral can increase the risk of a crash.
Risk: A separated hubcap can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Bent or broken wheels can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
Risk: If the park brakes apply unexpectedly, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Risk: If a window detaches from the vehicle, it may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Risk: A dislodged brake pedal would be inoperable, increasing a risk of a crash.
Risk: If the king pin is missing or not tightened properly, the knuckle may separate from the axle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the rear axles are overloaded, over time the wheel hubs may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: The loose fasteners may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: A loose steering gear can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: Fracture of the axle beam can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If the fuse blows the transmission may not shift, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: The deformation of the air tank strap t-bolts may cause the t-bolt to disconnect from the strap allowing the tank to drop to the ground and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Risk: If a window detaches from the vehicle, it may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Other Volvo models
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology