2022 Volvo VNL problems, complaints & recalls
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Volvo VNL, most often about engine. There are 7 recalls for this model year.
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 7
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Median mileage
- 240,500 mi at time of problem
Key facts
- Engine is the most-reported problem area, named in 2 of 2 complaints (100%).
- Brakes (1) and body & structure (1) follow.
- Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 240,500 mi.
- The 2022 Volvo VNL has 7 recalls on file.
- It ranks 4th of 6 Volvo VNL model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
2022 Volvo VNL problems by category
- Engine2 complaints
- Brakes1 complaints
- Body & Structure1 complaints
A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.
Most-reported components
| Component (as filed with NHTSA) | Complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling:engine:other fuel types:turbo/supercharger:hoses/plumbing | 1 |
| Service brakes, air | 1 |
| Structure:interior panels:sun visor | 1 |
When problems happen (mileage)
2022 Volvo VNL recalls (7)
- VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNR, VNL, VHD, and VAH trucks. 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the windshield wiper motor assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 1, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is RVXX2309.
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Truck) is recalling certain 2022-2024 VNL and VHD vehicles equipped with RollTek driver seats. 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.
Remedy: Dealers will connect a jumper harness between the seat and main cab harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 4, 2023. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2305.
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERS · SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:RESERVOIR/TANK
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022-2023 VNL vehicles. 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.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2205.
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022 VNL vehicles. 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.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the electronic control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 01, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks' customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks' number for this recall is RVXX2104.
- WHEELS:HUB · WHEELS:HUBCAP/COVER
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2021-2022 VAH, VDH, VNL, AND VNR vehicles. 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.
Remedy: Dealers will remove the hubcap, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 12, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Mack's number for this recall is RVXX 2102.
- WHEELS · WHEELS:RIM
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022 VNL vehicles equipped with Alcoa Mirror Polish Wheels, part number ULT 391, and wheel size 22.5 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.
Remedy: The affected vehicles have been contained by the manufacturer, and therefore no owners will be notified. Dealers will replace the wheels, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo Trucks number for this recall is 21E-007.
- ENGINE
Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo Trucks) is recalling certain 2022 VNL vehicles equipped with Cummins X15 diesel engines. 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.
Remedy: The affected vehicles are still within the manufacturer's control. The Volvo Trucks manufacturing facility will properly torque the capscrews and inspect for possible damage and, if necessary, repair any damage found, free of charge. The recall began January 5, 2021. Owners may contact Volvo Trucks customer service at 1-800-528-6586.
Recent 2022 Volvo VNL complaints
Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
- Filed Jan 29, 2024313,000 miTXBrakesEngine
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. After a visual inspection of the engine compartment, the contact observed that the coolant reservoir was abnormally low on coolant. After refilling the reservoir, the vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure…
NHTSA complaint #11568530 · source - Filed Mar 3, 2023168,000 miFLBody & StructureEngine
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. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, he noticed that the screws of the visor light located outside the windshield were falling. The contact then noticed that the visor cover was vibrating. The contact veered to the side of the road and…
NHTSA complaint #11510027 · source
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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology